CDC Nominee Faces Senate Questions on Politics, Health

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Senators questioned Erica Schwartz, a new leader for the CDC. They worried she might not protect science from politics.

Dr. Schwartz promised to follow science and be very open. But senators wondered if she would resist pressure from Secretary Kennedy.

The CDC once had a very good name. Now, it has lost many workers and its spirit is low.

Previous leaders for the CDC were quickly removed from their jobs. Health Secretary Kennedy tried to change vaccine rules for children.

Dr. Schwartz did not know about some CDC program changes. Another nominee also faced tough questions about his past opinions.

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Who was questioned by the senators?

Erica Schwartz, a new leader for the CDC.

What did Dr. Schwartz promise?

She promised to follow science and be very open.

What happened to the CDC's reputation?

The CDC once had a very good name, but now it has lost many workers and its spirit is low.

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