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Casey Means Nominated as Top Doctor Amid Vaccine Controversy

3/23/2026

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Casey Means, backed by the Make America Healthy Again movement, was chosen as the nation's top doctor.
Her nomination has been delayed for over 10 months.
Some Republicans are questioning her views on vaccines, her medical qualifications, and her challenges to the medical establishment.
As a result, she has not yet begun her role advising Americans on health improvement.

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Story summary

Casey Means, backed by the Make America Healthy Again movement, was chosen as the nation's top doctor.
Her nomination has been delayed for over 10 months.
Some Republicans are questioning her views on vaccines, her medical qualifications, and her challenges to the medical establishment.
As a result, she has not yet begun her role advising Americans on health improvement.