United States
Trump nominates Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC Director
Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 19:56 UTC · 1 source
President Donald Trump has announced his nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to be the next Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In a social media post, Trump praised Schwartz as "incredibly talented" and highlighted her educational background, which includes an MD, a JD, and a Master of Public Health. The nomination marks a significant leadership change at the nation's top public health agency, pending confirmation by the U.S. Senate.
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Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 19:56 UTC · First reported: 3h ago