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Trump to Nominate New CDC Director Amid Measles Surge

3/25/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump plans to nominate a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) director amid rising measles outbreaks and waning trust, with concerns the pick may erode confidence.
Current acting director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya acknowledges the need to collaborate with career scientists.
By March 25, 2025, White House will announce a nominee, with Mississippi health director Dr. Daniel Edney and former CDC director Dr. Robert Redfield among options.

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U.S. President Donald Trump plans to nominate a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) director amid rising measles outbreaks and waning trust, with concerns the pick may erode confidence.
Current acting director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya acknowledges the need to collaborate with career scientists.
By March 25, 2025, White House will announce a nominee, with Mississippi health director Dr. Daniel Edney and former CDC director Dr. Robert Redfield among options.