Top Biden science official, who was involved in COVID response, quits in disgrace: ‘I am devastated’

Biden appointee Eric Lander, who was director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, resigned Monday.

An internal review of Linder’s conduct confirmed allegations he had bullied subordinates, according to Fox News.

“I am devastated that I caused hurt to past and present colleagues by the way in which I have spoken to them,” Lander wrote in his letter of resignation. “But it is clear that things I said, and the way I said them, crossed the line at times into being disrespectful and demeaning, to both men and women.

“That was never my intention. Nonetheless, it is my fault and my responsibility. I will take this lesson forward. I believe it is not possible to continue effectively in my role, and the work of this office is far too important to be hindered.”

White House press secretary Jen Psaki confirmed the resignation in a statement Monday evening, saying, “The president accepted Dr. Eric Lander’s resignation letter this evening with gratitude for his work at OSTP on the pandemic, the Cancer Moonshot, climate change, and other key priorities. He knows that Dr. Lander will continue to make important contributions to the scientific community in the years ahead.” – READ MORE