What to know about the candidates on Trump’s new CDC director short list
The White House is considering three candidates to be the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The candidates, Dr. Daniel Edney, Dr. Ernie Fletcher, and Dr. Joseph Marine, have medical experience that aligns with the administration's public health agenda, but each has weaknesses that could threaten their path to Senate confirmation.
The White House is considering three candidates to lead the CDC. Dr. Daniel Edney, Dr. Ernie Fletcher, and Dr. Joseph Marine are under consideration. The CDC has had a tumultuous year, with three directors and significant staff turnover. The agency is currently led by acting director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya. Each candidate has medical experience, but also weaknesses that could impact their confirmation. The White House must choose a candidate soon, as the CDC can only have an acting director for 210 days.
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