Erica Schwartz
Coverage of Erica Schwartz in the Nexus archive.
- STAT+: What the Trump administration wants in its next FDA leader
The Trump administration is searching for a new FDA commissioner after Marty Makary's resignation, seeking someone to rebuild trust and focus on food policy and drug-approval reforms. The search process is expected to take several weeks. The Senate's schedule and other confirmations may delay the appointment.
- RFK Jr. won't back CDC director on vaccines as agency scraps positive data
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vocal anti-vaccine advocate, refuses to support evidence-based vaccine policies from the next CDC director and has removed scientific data conflicting with his views. Trump-nominated CDC director Erica Schwartz, a respected public health official, faces challenges under Kennedy, who previously ousted the prior CDC director, Susan Monarez, for resisting his anti-vaccine agenda.
- RFK Jr. says he did not speak to Trump about CDC nominee
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. denied discussing the nomination of Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC with President Trump. He confirmed meeting with Schwartz multiple times prior to her nomination but did not consult Trump on the matter.
- Ex-Surgeon General says CDC director nominee will be under pressure to follow RFK on vaccines
Dr. Jerome Adams, former U.S. Surgeon General, praised CDC director nominee Dr. Erica Schwartz but warned she may face pressure to prioritize ideology over scientific evidence due to vaccine skepticism within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The warning highlights concerns about political influence on public health decisions.
- Trump’s pick to lead CDC signals shift away from vaccine skepticism
President Trump selected Erica Schwartz, a public health veteran and former deputy surgeon general, to lead the CDC, signaling a shift away from vaccine skepticism ahead of the midterm elections.
- House approves short-term extension of surveillance law in blow to Republicans’ long-term plan – US politics live
The US House approved a short-term extension of a controversial warrantless surveillance law until April 30, defeating Republican attempts to secure longer-term renewals. Key developments include a New Jersey special election win by progressive Democrat Analilia Mejia, ICE director Todd Lyons stepping down, and Trump's nomination of CDC leader Erica Schwartz amid criticism from Robert F Kennedy Jr.
- Trump nominates former deputy surgeon general to lead CDC
President Trump nominated former deputy surgeon general Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC, aiming to address its leadership vacuum and demoralized workforce. He also appointed several other officials, including Sean Slovenski and Jennifer Shuford, to key roles at the agency.
- Trump picks former Deputy Surgeon General Erica Schwartz as new CDC nominee
President Trump has nominated Erica Schwartz, former Deputy Surgeon General, as the new CDC director, marking his third selection for the role since the previous director was removed over six months ago.