President Donald Trump will soon nominate a permanent director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, its acting chief, National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya, told agency employees at a Wednesday staff meeting.
According to a recording obtained by KFF Health News, Bhattacharya at one point suggested to CDC staff that Trump could name a new leader for the agency as so...
The meeting between Bhattacharya and CDC employees underscores ongoing tensions and uncertainty within the agency, as well as broader political dynamics impacting its leadership. The potential nomination of a new director, delayed Senate confirmation processes, and the threat of Schedule F all contribute to an environment of instability for the CDC. Additionally, Bhattacharya's focus on rebuilding trust, engaging with communities, and coordinating more closely with the National Institutes of Hea...