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Stanford's Jay Bhattacharya Emerges as Trump's Top Candidate for NIH Director Amid COVID-19 Lockdown Criticism

Nov 23, 2024, 11:30 PM

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford University professor known for his criticism of COVID-19 lockdowns and co-author of the Great Barrington Declaration, is reportedly the leading candidate to be appointed as the next director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) by President-elect Donald Trump. Bhattacharya's potential selection has gained traction following his visit to Trump's transition offices in Palm Beach. Reports indicate that he is viewed as the presumptive favorite for the position, according to multiple sources including The Washington Post and Reuters.