Erica Schwartz confirmed as new CDC chief amid changes at US agency.
The Senate confirmed Dr Erica Schwartz as CDC director in a 51-44 vote, making her the agency's first confirmed director since last year.
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“Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC director, filling a leadership vacuum”
Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC director, filling a leadership vacancy
Key points
- The U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director by a 51-44 vote.
- She takes command of a stressed agency with thousands of layoffs and leadership shakeups.
- The CDC is addressing measles surges, cyclosporiasis outbreaks, and Ebola outbreaks in Africa.
- Her confirmation comes after a July hearing where vaccines were debated with Kennedy allies.
- Sen. Bernie Sanders opposed her advancement, citing concerns about commitment to vaccines.
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“Erica Schwartz confirmed as new CDC chief amid US agency turmoil”
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The Senate confirmed Dr Erica Schwartz as CDC director in a 51-44 vote, making her the agency's first confirmed director since last year.