Senators Are Set to Question Weldon, Trump’s Pick to Head the C.D.C.

Dr. Dave Weldon, a former Republican representative and President Trump’s pick to lead the CDC, will face Senate confirmation, aligned closely with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., questioning vaccine safety and criticizing the CDC. His legislative achievements include the Weldon Amendment and advocating for abstinence to curb sexually transmitted infections. Dr. Weldon’s hearing will likely address his views on vaccines, his past criticisms of the CDC, and his push to move the vaccine safety office away from the agency’s control.

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