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White House changes classification of federal scientists to 'at-will' hires

The White House has issued a 'Schedule F' order that reclassifies federal epidemiologists and other scientists as 'at-will' hires. This decision eliminates job protections intended to shield federal employees from political interference.

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The White House has issued a 'Schedule F' order that reclassifies federal epidemiologists and other scientists as 'at-will' hires. This decision eliminates job protections intended to shield federal employees from political interference.

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White House reclassifies federal epidemiologists and other scientists from civil servants to “at-will” hires

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White House changes classification of federal scientists to 'at-will' hires