Dr. Erica Schwartz

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention manages several funded units, described as 'zombie programs,' that are financially appropriated by Congress but are functionally inactive due to staff cuts. Layoffs affecting experts occurred following an effort by a previous administration to reorganize federal health agencies. The new CDC director, Dr. Erica Schwartz, now faces congressional pressure during her confirmation hearing to restart these dormant activities and comply with the law.

Dr. Erica Schwartz will lead the CDC and promises “radical transparency and unwavering scientific integrity.” However, she faces political headwinds while working to balance evidence-based policy with requests from her boss, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The role has been complicated by general questioning of trust in government institutions following a global pandemic.

The U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to become director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The confirmation, which passed 51-44, addressed concerns over political interference regarding vaccine policy. During her hearing, lawmakers questioned her on dealing with such interference from the Trump administration.

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new CDC director. The FAA is investigating an incident involving President Trump's helicopter and a commercial aircraft, and Iran is in the final stage of drafting a deal with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. UK authorities arrested a woman after four people were stabbed in Covent Garden.

Dr. Erica Schwartz was confirmed as the first Senate-approved CDC director in nearly a year, succeeding acting leader Susan Monarez.

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in a 51-44 vote. Schwartz, with a background in medicine, law, and leadership roles at the U.S. Coast Guard and as deputy surgeon general, becomes the agency's first confirmed director in nearly a year. The CDC has faced political challenges, staff losses, and leadership instability under recent administrations.

Dr. Erica Schwartz was confirmed as CDC director after a months-long vacancy and is the third Trump nominee for the position in the past 18 months.

The Senate confirmed Erica Schwartz as director of the CDC, which is described as a public health agency facing political meddling and low morale. The confirmation vote was 51-44.

Dr. Erica Schwartz was confirmed as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention by the U.S. Senate in a 51-44 vote. The confirmation followed a tense hearing where lawmakers questioned her on political interference in vaccine policy, with support from Senate Health Committee chair Bill Cassidy and only one Democrat, Tim Kaine, voting in favor.

Dr. Erica Schwartz has been confirmed as the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC is currently experiencing a leadership vacuum and has lost thousands of employees due to layoffs, resignations, and leadership turmoil.

Erica Schwartz was confirmed to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which has not had a full-time leader in nearly a year.

The U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with a 51-44 vote. The confirmation followed a July 2026 hearing where lawmakers questioned her on managing political interference in vaccine policy under the vaccine-skeptical agenda of the Department of Health and Human Services.

The U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) with a 51-44 vote. The confirmation followed a tense July hearing over concerns about political interference in vaccine policy, and she received backing from Senate Health Committee chair Bill Cassidy despite initial reservations. Only one Democrat, Virginia’s Tim Kaine, supported the nomination.

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The vote took place on Wednesday.

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in a 51-44 vote. Schwartz, with a background in medicine, law, and leadership roles at the U.S. Coast Guard and as deputy surgeon general, will lead the CDC amid challenges including political interference and a significant loss of staff under President Donald Trump's administration.

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new CDC director amid a Cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce. The confirmation followed scrutiny over her independence from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., particularly regarding vaccine policies. Schwartz succeeds Susan Monarez, who resigned after a brief tenure due to disagreements with Kennedy.

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the next CDC director amid a Cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce. Lawmakers, including Bill Cassidy, expressed concerns about Schwartz's ability to challenge CDC leadership on vaccine-related issues. This follows the brief tenure of previous CDC director Susan Monarez, who was removed after a month.

Erica Schwartz has been confirmed as the new director of the CDC, marking the agency's first permanent leader in a year. The confirmation follows her nomination hearing on July 15.

Erica Schwartz was confirmed as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention by the Senate in a 51-44 vote, ending a nearly yearlong vacancy. Her confirmation follows the firing of her predecessor by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director in a 51-44 vote, making her the agency's 22nd leader. The CDC has faced political interference and workforce losses, with Schwartz becoming the third Trump nominee for the role in 18 months. Previous nominees included Dr. David Weldon and Susan Monarez, both of whom failed to secure long-term positions.

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director with a 51-44 vote, marking the agency's first confirmed leader in nearly a year. The CDC has faced turmoil under recent leadership, including political appointments and staff losses, with Schwartz being the third Trump nominee for the role in 18 months.

The Trump administration's efforts to restructure health leadership face challenges as vaccine policy controversies resurface. Key personnel changes in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), including the appointment of Chris Klomp, contrast with ongoing issues at the FDA and CDC, while Senate confirmations for health roles encounter mixed outcomes.

The U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with a 13-10 vote. The confirmation hearing included bipartisan scrutiny over handling political influence in vaccine policy, and President Donald Trump nominated Schwartz in April.

The Senate committee has advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz for confirmation as CDC director. If confirmed by the full Senate, she would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advanced to the Senate floor after a 13-10 vote by the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. The confirmation hearing included questions about potential political interference in vaccine policy, with committee chair Sen. Bill Cassidy expressing initial dissatisfaction but later supporting her nomination. Schwartz, a former U.S. Navy physician and deputy surgeon general, would oversee the CDC amid controversies involving HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine-skeptical agenda.

A Senate committee advanced Erica Schwartz's nomination to be CDC director, despite concerns she may not resist political meddling. She is the nominee for the position as part of Trump's selection process.

The U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with a 13-10 vote. The confirmation hearing included questions about handling political interference in vaccine policy, and Schwartz's nomination faces scrutiny amid concerns about the Department of Health and Human Services' vaccine-skeptical agenda.

The U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with a 13-10 vote. The confirmation hearing included bipartisan concerns about political interference in vaccine policy, though all GOP members supported her bid and Sen. Tim Kaine was the sole Democrat to back her nomination.

Dr. Erica Schwartz, Trump’s nominee for C.D.C. Director, has advanced to a full Senate vote. She underwent a nomination hearing before the Senate Committee on Health, Labor and Pensions earlier this month.

A Senate committee advanced Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the CDC, despite concerns about political interference. She has a background in medicine, law, and public health leadership, but faced questions about resisting directives from Trump's health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Opposition came from Sen. Bernie Sanders, who criticized the risk of anti-science influence in the administration.

The Senate health committee approved two Trump administration nominees for key health roles, including the CDC director and a pandemic preparedness leader, with votes aligning along party lines. Erica Schwartz was confirmed as CDC director with support from all Republicans and one Democrat, while Sean Kaufman was confirmed for a pandemic preparedness role with unanimous Republican backing.

The Senate health committee postponed a vote on advancing Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the CDC. The committee plans to vote next week on whether to forward her nomination.

The Senate health committee postponed a vote on Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the CDC due to a family emergency affecting Republican attendance. Schwartz faces scrutiny over resisting political pressure, and the CDC has experienced leadership turmoil since President Donald Trump returned to office. The committee also delayed a vote on Sean Kaufman's nomination for another health leadership role.

The Senate health committee postponed a vote on Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the CDC due to a family emergency affecting Republican attendance. The vote is expected next week, with Schwartz facing scrutiny over resisting political pressure. The CDC has experienced leadership turmoil since President Donald Trump returned to office.

The Senate health committee delayed a vote on Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the CDC due to a family emergency affecting Republican attendance. The vote is rescheduled for next week, with Schwartz facing scrutiny over resisting political pressure. Sean Kaufman's nomination for another health position was also postponed.

CDC director nominee Erica Schwartz aims to shift the agency's tone. Public health officials acknowledge the need to move away from paternalistic messaging to better engage people.

High-profile Trump administration nominees face upcoming committee votes that will test outgoing GOP senators' willingness to challenge the administration or assert leverage. CDC director nominee Erica Schwartz and attorney general nominee Todd Blanche received a tepid reception during their hearings.

Erica Schwartz, President Trump’s nominee for CDC director, expressed support for vaccines including mRNA-based COVID shots during a Senate hearing but did not address concerns about the agency’s independence from Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine activist. The CDC has faced turmoil under Trump’s administration due to funding cuts, personnel changes, and conflicts over vaccine policies.

Erica Schwartz's nomination as CDC director faces opposition after a contentious Senate hearing where she failed to gain bipartisan support, with Senator Bill Cassidy criticizing her responses and potential political interference. Schwartz emphasized restoring trust in public health institutions through scientific integrity.

Dr. Erica Schwartz, a nominee for the CDC director position, answered questions from a Senate committee during a confirmation hearing. The hearing aimed to confirm her appointment as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.