The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on August 5, 2026. Dr. Schwartz will lead the agency, which has faced challenges related to political influence and staff morale.
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Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
The Senate has confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the CDC. This appointment comes as the agency has been dealing with issues of political influence and low morale among its staff.
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