President Donald Trump's Nomination of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat as U.S. Surgeon General
President Donald Trump's pick for U.S. surgeon general, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, is garnering support ahead of her confirmation hearing. She has had productive meetings on Capitol Hill discussing various health-related topics.
Key Points
- Dr. Janette Nesheiwat's nomination as U.S. surgeon general is supported by President Donald Trump.
- She has a commitment to preventative medicine and public health.
- Nesheiwat has experience in handling major health challenges such as flu epidemics, the opioid crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pros
- Dr. Janette Nesheiwat is described as a 'fierce' advocate for the 'Make America Healthy Again' movement.
- She has experience leading frontline medical teams during the COVID-19 pandemic and managing public health responses during various health crises.
- Nesheiwat is double-board certified in family medicine and urgent care medicine.
- She has support from senators, including Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn.
Cons
- Details of Nesheiwat's meetings with some senators were not immediately clear.