Revealed: CDC removes self-defense gun use stats after private meeting with gun control advocates
Despite initial hesitance and an acknowledgment of varied estimates regarding DGUs, CDC officials engaged in discussions with the advocates and ultimately agreed to remove references to DGUs from its publications.
The CDC's compliance with external pressure underscores the delicate balance between scientific inquiry and ideological influence.
By prioritizing political ideals over academic rigor, the agency risks compromising its reputation as an evidence-based research institution and eroding public trust in its findings.