Trump's Controversial Picks for Key Health Agencies Unveiled

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President-elect Trump has announced his picks for key health positions in his administration: Dr. Marty Makary for FDA Commissioner, former Rep. Dave Weldon for CDC Director, and Dr. Janette Nesheiwat for Surgeon General. These appointments aim to shift public health priorities but have sparked controversy. Makary, a Johns Hopkins surgeon, is known for his criticism of federal health policies and support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s health platform. Weldon, a former Congressman, will be the first CDC Director requiring Senate confirmation. Nesheiwat, a Fox News contributor, has emphasized vaccination benefits and affordable healthcare access.
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