White House Withdraws CDC Director Nomination

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The White House is pulling the nomination of Dave Weldon for CDC director, citing lack of Senate votes for confirmation. Weldon has previously made statements against vaccines, raising concerns during his hearing. RFK Jr.'s confirmation hearing also involved questions about vaccine skepticism.

Key Points

  • Lack of Senate votes led to the withdrawal of Dave Weldon's nomination for CDC director
  • Weldon faced scrutiny for his previous comments on vaccines and legislation against mercury in vaccines
  • RFK Jr.'s confirmation hearing also involved questions about vaccine skepticism

Pros

  • Confirmation of Dr. Jay Bhattacharya for NIH director and Dr. Marty Makary for FDA Commissioner still moving forward

Cons

  • Dave Weldon's past statements against vaccines raised concerns during his nomination process