Lawmakers demand answers after NIH scientists charged in monkeypox smuggling conspiracy

Congress is demanding answers following the shocking revelation that two National Institutes of Health scientists were charged with smuggling vials of monkeypox and other biological samples into the U.S. This unprecedented situation has raised alarms about biosecurity and the potential risks of mishandling infectious agents. Lawmakers are pressing for transparency and assurances that stringent protocols are in place to prevent future incidents, highlighting the broader implications for national security and public health safety.