Susan Monarez, President Donald Trump’s CDC nominee, testified at her confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee. Just weeks after being sworn in, Monarez left her role as CDC Director, as confirmed by the Health and Human Services department. Several other top officials at the agency also submitted their resignations, citing reasons such as the ongoing weaponizing of public health.

Monarez, a federal government scientist, was the first CDC Director confirmed by the Senate under a new law passed during the pandemic. Her ousting was first reported by The Washington Post. The agency is in turmoil following a recent shooting at its Atlanta headquarters, where a police officer died. Monarez canceled a meeting with CDC workers to address safety concerns.

President Donald Trump nominated Monarez after withdrawing his initial CDC pick, Dave Weldon, due to criticism of his anti-vaccine views. Monarez’s departure adds to the agency’s challenges, and her sudden exit raises questions about the CDC’s stability and leadership during a critical time.

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