CDC director nominee Erica Schwartz faces Senate for confirmation hearing

Dr. Erica Schwartz, President Trump's nominee for CDC director, appeared before the Senate health committee for her confirmation hearing. According to NPR, the Centers for Disease Control is dealing with workforce and leadership shortages while bracing for increased political oversight. Her Senate confirmation will determine who leads the agency through these challenges.

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