East Haddam Citizen for Change

What the Hell is Going On? Trump Silences Health Agencies, and We’re Supposed to Clap?

Let’s cut through the bullshit. On January 21, 2025, Trump ordered a full stop on all external communications from federal health agencies—yes, the CDC, FDA, and NIH. That means no health advisories, no scientific updates, no information getting out to the public. Why? So the new officials can “familiarize themselves with the agencies’ workflows.” Seriously?

In the middle of a world that still deals with pandemics, food recalls, and rising health crises, this is what we’re doing? It’s idiotic, dangerous, and shows a complete disregard for the people these agencies are supposed to protect. You have to wonder: who actually supports this insanity?

The Danger to All of Us

Imagine you’re eating dinner with your family, and you miss an alert about contaminated food because Trump hit the pause button. Imagine a disease outbreak happening in the next county over, but you don’t hear about it until it’s too late. This isn’t some hypothetical nightmare—it’s what happens when vital health communications are cut off.

For East Haddam, this lunacy puts all of us at risk. Our town relies on clear, timely information to stay safe. How the hell are we supposed to trust our government when they’re busy silencing the very people we count on to warn us about life-or-death issues?

Does Irene Haines Stand for This?

Here’s where it gets local. Irene Haines, as our state legislator, needs to speak up. Trump’s decision to muzzle health agencies impacts us all, and we deserve to know where she stands.

Irene, let’s hear it:

• Do you support this outright stupidity from the Trump administration?

• How will you make sure East Haddam residents aren’t left in the dark when federal health agencies are silenced?

• Do you believe withholding health information is good for anyone except Trump’s ego?

This isn’t a rhetorical exercise. People’s lives are on the line. We need clear answers from the people who are supposed to represent us.

Why Are People Clapping?

The worst part is that some people are actually applauding this move. How do you justify silencing experts during a time when we need them the most? Are you really so blinded by loyalty to Trump that you’d support putting your own family at risk? This is lunacy, plain and simple.

A Call to Action

To Irene Haines: It’s time to show us where you stand. Do you represent East Haddam, or do you represent Trump? The people in this town deserve answers. Your silence will speak volumes.

To the residents of East Haddam: This affects all of us. Share your thoughts. Raise your voice. If you think this move is dangerous and absurd, say so. If you don’t, well, we’d like to hear that reasoning, too.

This isn’t about party lines—it’s about common sense and basic human decency. Let’s call this what it is: an assault on public health and an insult to every one of us who depends on those systems to keep us safe.

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2 responses to “What the Hell is Going On? Trump Silences Health Agencies, and We’re Supposed to Clap?”

  1. Don Henson Avatar
    Don Henson

    CDC,FDA, NIH all let us down. Why do you think Biden pardoned Fauci? – Guilty ! I will put my trust in America and Trump. Your still twisting the facts, everyone can see right thru your politically motivated bullshit. STOP IT! Nobody cares, nobody is listening. I’m on the vfw website, but these are not necessary the opinion of vfw, just my own.

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    1. ehcfc Avatar
      ehcfc

      1. “CDC, FDA, and NIH let us down.”

      It’s easy to criticize institutions when outcomes don’t meet expectations, but let’s look at the evidence:
      • The CDC: Played a critical role in pandemic management, including coordinating vaccine distribution and providing guidance that helped save lives. The mistakes early in the pandemic—like delays in test rollouts—were acknowledged, but these are institutions run by humans operating under immense pressure.
      • The FDA: Approved multiple life-saving vaccines in record time through Emergency Use Authorization while maintaining safety protocols. The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines have saved millions of lives worldwide. (WHO Data)
      • The NIH: Funded groundbreaking research that led to mRNA vaccines. Without their decades of work, we wouldn’t have the tools we do today to combat COVID-19. (Nature)

      These agencies aren’t perfect, but to claim they “let us down” ignores the vast amount of work they’ve done to save lives during unprecedented global challenges.

      2. “Why do you think Biden pardoned Fauci?”

      This is false. Dr. Anthony Fauci was never charged with a crime, so there was nothing to pardon. It was preemptive. This idea is a fabrication spread through conspiracy theories. Fauci retired from public service after decades of leadership in infectious disease research and pandemic response. (Reuters Fact Check)

      Let’s stick to facts: Fauci’s guidance was based on evolving science. Science adapts as new information becomes available—that’s how it works. Mistaking this for dishonesty reflects a misunderstanding of the scientific process.

      3. “I trust Trump and America.”

      Trust in leadership is personal, but it should be informed by evidence:
      • Trump’s pandemic response included downplaying the severity of COVID-19 early on, contradicting his own advisors. (Woodward Tapes)
      • His administration actively undermined the CDC, including restricting their communications. These actions delayed the country’s response and contributed to unnecessary deaths. (AP News)

      Trust in leadership should be earned, and when it comes to public health, trust should be placed in experts with decades of experience—not political figures whose decisions are driven by optics.

      4. “Nobody cares, nobody is listening.”

      If nobody cared, we wouldn’t be here debating this. People do care—about public health, accountability, and the truth. The fact that this conversation is happening shows that people are engaged. That’s a good thing.
      The Facts Matter

      At the end of the day, trust should be grounded in evidence. The CDC, FDA, and NIH may not be flawless, but they are pillars of public health that have made monumental contributions. Dismissing them entirely while supporting unfounded claims undermines the progress we’ve made and endangers future responses to public health crises.

      I encourage you to fact-check claims and engage in discussions that prioritize accuracy over partisanship. That’s how we move forward together.

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