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.
OriginalSourceAl JazeeraQatarLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished22:46 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceAl JazeeraQatarLeanCenter-leftCredibilityPublished22:46 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“Erica Schwartz confirmed as new CDC chief amid US agency turmoil”
Erica Schwartz confirmed as new CDC chief amid changes at US agency.
Key points
- Senate confirms Dr Erica Schwartz as CDC director in a 51-44 vote.
- Schwartz becomes the agency’s first confirmed director since last year.
- CDC faces low morale, mass resignations and vaccine-policy tensions.
- Lawmakers questioned neutrality, with Cassidy later expressing more confidence.
- Measles resurgence and cyclospora outbreak add pressure on leadership.
Other reports
- SourceNPRUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at NPRSourceNPRUnited StatesLeanCenter-leftCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at NPR
“Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC director, filling a leadership vacuum”
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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.