Trump Nominates Erica Schwartz as CDC Director Amid Leadership Turmoil
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Reported Facts
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- •Erica Schwartz served as the deputy surgeon general of the United States.
- •Schwartz has a medical background as a former Coast Guard doctor.
- •The CDC is currently experiencing internal turmoil related to leadership and vaccine policy debates.
- •Trump made the nomination public on April 16, 2026.
- •The CDC's leadership challenges have impacted public trust in health guidance.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Senate confirms Erica Schwartz as CDC director the CDC may adopt new vaccine policies and strengthen pandemic preparedness under her leadership, affecting public health responses nationwide.
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WESTNPR - NewsTrump nominates former Coast Guard doctor as CDC chiefWESTAxiosTrump nominates former deputy surgeon general to lead CDCFINANCECNBC - Top NewsTrump nominates Erica Schwartz as CDC director amid turmoil around leadership, vaccine policyREGIONALHindustan Times - WorldWho is Erica Schwartz? 5 things to know about Trump's pick to run the CDC