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Senate Confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC Director

The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the CDC on August 5, 2026. Other news includes an FAA investigation into an incident involving former President Trump's helicopter, Iran's progress on a deal with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and a woman's arrest in the UK after four people were stabbed in Covent Garden.

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The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the CDC on August 5, 2026. Other news includes an FAA investigation into an incident involving former President Trump's helicopter, Iran's progress on a deal with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and a woman's arrest in the UK after four people were stabbed in Covent Garden.

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News Wrap: Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director

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Senate Confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC Director