Trump Picks Former Deputy Surgeon General to Lead CDC
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Last updated: April 17, 2026
President Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Erica Schwartz, a former US deputy surgeon general and retired rear admiral, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This announcement was made via a post on the social media platform Truth Social.
- Schwartz's previous roles include serving as Deputy Surgeon General of the United States and as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. She also holds a background in pediatrics.
- The appointment comes at a time when the CDC plays a critical role in public health initiatives and disease prevention.
- Further details regarding the specific responsibilities or immediate priorities for Schwartz in her new leadership role at the CDC were not provided in the initial announcement.
- The naming of a new leader for the CDC signifies a shift in the agency's direction or approach to public health challenges.
