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Eric Holder Advocates for Fair Elections Amid Gerrymandering Debate

4/20/2026

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Holder Critiques Gerrymandering

On April 19, 2026, Eric Holder discussed gerrymandering on Face the Nation, criticizing Texas redistricting and urging federal legislation.
He argued Democrats can win if elections are fair.
Dr. Jerome Adams praised Dr. Erica Schwartz, President Donald Trump’s nominee for CDC director, as highly qualified.
He expressed concerns about political pressures within the Health and Human Services Department and urged clear measles messaging.

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Adams Defends Tylenol

Dr. Jerome Adams, former U.S. Surgeon General, criticized Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s claim that Tylenol in pregnancy links to autism.
On Face the Nation, Adams stated Tylenol is safe for pregnant women.
He cited a Danish study of 1.5 million children finding no autism risk from Tylenol use.
U.S. President Donald Trump advised against Tylenol for pregnant women, a stance refuted by Dr. Mehmet Oz.

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Holder Critiques Gerrymandering

On April 19, 2026, Eric Holder discussed gerrymandering on Face the Nation, criticizing Texas redistricting and urging federal legislation.
He argued Democrats can win if elections are fair.
Dr. Jerome Adams praised Dr. Erica Schwartz, President Donald Trump’s nominee for CDC director, as highly qualified.
He expressed concerns about political pressures within the Health and Human Services Department and urged clear measles messaging.

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