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Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as new CDC director
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: AP via Scripps News Group , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 5, 2026
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Key takeaway The person chosen for this role is 54 years old and has a background in medicine and law.
A new leader is now in charge of a major public health agency. The person chosen for this role is 54 years old and has a background in medicine and law. This individual's experience includes time as a deputy surgeon general and a position with the US Coast Guard.
The selection was made after a vote, with a majority supporting the choice. Further information about this development can be found through KXXV news sources. Details about the new director's plans and priorities are not specified in available reports, but more information may be available from the original source.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 5, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
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