Trump Expected to Announce CDC Director Nominee, Kennedy Says

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. indicated that Donald Trump is likely to announce a nominee for the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) within the next day.

Speaking before the House Appropriations health subcommittee, Kennedy said he expects the administration to unveil nominations for a broader leadership team at the CDC, including the agency’s next director, “today or tomorrow.”

The anticipated announcement comes at a critical time for the CDC, as the agency continues to navigate public health challenges and heightened political scrutiny. Leadership at the CDC plays a central role in shaping national health policy, disease response strategies, and public communication.

Further details regarding the nominee and the composition of the CDC leadership team are expected once the White House makes an official announcement.