nprnews_____ = ||| lubuntu at wor3|||HHS Spokesperson Takes ‘Leave of Absence’ After Disparaging Government Scientists||| kickerpage = |||no kicker pagenpr for NPRNEWS||| summarynpr = |||Michael Caputo is taking a two-month leave of absence after a social media outburst alleging an unfounded “deep state” conspiracy involving government scientists.


HHS Spokesperson Takes 'Leave of Absence' After Disparaging Government Scientists

Michael Caputo, pictured at a White House event, is taking a 60-day leave of absence from his job as lead spokesperson for the Department of Health and Human Services, after alleging Trump opponents have interfered in the coronavirus response.

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HHS Spokesperson Takes ‘Leave of Absence’ After Disparaging Government Scientists



Michael Caputo is taking a two-month leave of absence after a social media outburst alleging an unfounded “deep state” conspiracy involving government scientists.


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