CDC nominee says she won't betray science — and also backs Kennedy's actions
President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention didn’t appear to secure the support needed to take over the public health agency during a lengthy and often tense confirmation hearing Wednesday. While Dr. Erica Schwartz told lawmakers on the U.S.
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CDC nominee says she won't betray science — and backs Kennedy's actions
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3 developments- Jul 15CDC nominee on shaky ground following US Senate confirmation hearing
- Jul 15CDC nominee says she won't betray science — and also backs Kennedy's actions
- Jul 16Trump CDC nominee sidesteps questions
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