Means' surgeon general nomination is stalled as senators question her experience and vaccine stance
The nomination of Dr. Casey Means to be U.S. surgeon general is stalled due to concerns over her experience and vaccine stance. Senators from both parties have questioned her ability to secure the votes needed for the role, despite efforts from the White House to convince lawmakers to support her nomination.
Dr. Casey Means' nomination to be U.S. surgeon general is stalled. She faced scrutiny over her experience and vaccine stance during a confirmation hearing. Means, a 38-year-old physician, has been criticized for her lack of experience and potential conflicts. Her close alignment with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has also raised concerns. To advance to a full Senate vote, Means needs support from every Republican on the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. However, some senators have expressed hesitations over advancing her nomination.
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