Trump Nominates Former Florida Congressman Dr. Dave Weldon for CDC Director, Awaiting Senate Confirmation

Nov 23, 2024, 01:20 AM

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Dave Weldon, a former Florida Congressman, physician, and Army veteran, to serve as the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Weldon, with a 40-year medical career, previously worked on oversight for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and is known for his conservative views. His nomination aims to restore public trust in the CDC, address the ongoing chronic health crisis, and requires Senate confirmation.