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Jay Bhattacharya clashes with CBS host over loss of trust in public health
foxnews.com • • nation
Key Points:
- NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya and CBS host Margaret Brennan clashed over public trust in health, with Brennan blaming the Trump administration for vaccine misinformation and Bhattacharya pointing to broader government actions during the pandemic.
- The conflict arose during a discussion about a 2025 CDC shooting linked to anti-vaccine sentiments, with Bhattacharya criticizing media and government policies for eroding trust in public health.
- The White House defended Bhattacharya, criticizing the media for supporting lockdowns and censoring dissenting views, which they say worsened public trust in health authorities.
- Bhattacharya accused both Trump and Biden administrations of contributing to distrust, highlighting censorship under Biden, while Brennan emphasized misinformation from figures like RFK Jr.
- CBS News and NIH have not responded to requests for comment following the contentious interview and subsequent media reactions.
