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Casey Means' Surgeon General Nomination Stalls Amid Controversy

4/10/2026

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Calley Means, Senior White House adviser, says discussions continue on the Senate confirmation of his sister Casey Means as surgeon general.
Casey Means has faced scrutiny for her cautious stance on vaccinations during her confirmation hearing.
Her nomination has been stalled since May as key Republican senators hesitate to support her.
Casey Means graduated from medical school but did not complete her residency, raising questions about her qualifications.

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Calley Means, Senior White House adviser, says discussions continue on the Senate confirmation of his sister Casey Means as surgeon general.
Casey Means has faced scrutiny for her cautious stance on vaccinations during her confirmation hearing.
Her nomination has been stalled since May as key Republican senators hesitate to support her.
Casey Means graduated from medical school but did not complete her residency, raising questions about her qualifications.