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Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC director, filling a leadership vacuum

Aug 6, 2026 ·1 min read

Key Takeaway

Schwartz takes command of a public health agency that has lost thousands of employees, amid layoffs, resignations and leadership turmoil.

Published August 5, 2026 · Category: News

Overview

Dr. Erica Schwartz, who appeared before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee in July, was confirmed Wednesday as CDC director.

Schwartz takes command of a public health agency that has lost thousands of employees, amid layoffs, resignations and leadership turmoil.

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Originally published at www.npr.org.

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Schwartz takes command of a public health agency that has lost thousands of employees, amid layoffs, resignations and leadership turmoil.

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