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  • The White House framed Monarez's removal as a clash over political direction, highlighting tensions between scientific safeguards and policy aims.
  • Internal CDC tensions over vaccine guidance unfolded amid external political scrutiny tied to RFK Jr.'s critique.
  • Her dismissal set off a wave of resignations, including chief medical officer Dr. Debra Houry, who joined Amna Nawaz to discuss the developments.

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