Trump’s Ex-Deputy Surgeon General Seen as Candidate to Lead CDC
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Last updated: April 17, 2026
Erica Schwartz, formerly the US deputy surgeon general under the first Trump administration, is reportedly a leading candidate to become the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This potential appointment follows recent discussions and recommendations regarding leadership changes within the agency.
- Schwartz, who served in a significant public health role during a previous administration, is now being considered for the directorship of the CDC. Her prior experience as deputy surgeon general positions her as a contender for this high-profile position. The process of selecting a new CDC director is ongoing, with Schwartz emerging as a prominent candidate. Further details regarding the selection timeline and other potential candidates have not been released.
