Over 1,000 present and past employees of the US Department of Health and Human Services have united in a call for Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to step down, citing concerns about the impact of his leadership on public health. In a collective letter addressed to Secretary Kennedy, the employees expressed strong reservations about his actions, alleging that his decisions have jeopardized the well-being of the nation’s populace.

The letter, delivered on Wednesday, accuses Kennedy of compromising the health of Americans and highlights the gravity of the situation as seen by those within the department. The demand for his resignation underscores the deep-seated apprehension among HHS staff members regarding the direction set by Kennedy’s leadership.

According to a source familiar with the matter, the employees believe that Kennedy’s tenure has not aligned with the core mission of the Department of Health and Human Services, which is to safeguard and enhance the well-being of all Americans. The call for his resignation signals a significant rift within the department over his leadership approach.

Kennedy, a figure with a controversial stance on certain health issues, faces mounting pressure to address the concerns raised by the HHS employees. While the Secretary has not yet publicly responded to the demands for his resignation, the letter serves as a stark indication of the internal discontent within the department.

In a statement following the submission of the letter, a spokesperson for the Department of Health and Human Services reiterated the commitment of the agency to upholding public health standards and serving the best interests of the American people. The situation surrounding Secretary Kennedy’s position remains fluid as the department navigates through this internal challenge.