""Dr. Bhattacharya will continue to oversee the CDC by performing the delegable duties of the CDC director," Department of Health and Human Services spokesman Andrew Nixon said."
""Secretary Kennedy and [HHS chief counselor] Chris Klomp are working with the White House on the CDC director search by evaluating candidates that can further the Trump administration's objective of restoring the CDC to its original mission of fighting infectious disease.""
""However, there is a balancing act in the need to find someone who can work with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and isn't entirely objectionable to his 'Make America Healthy Again' movement.""
Dr. Bhattacharya will continue to perform the duties of the CDC director while the Trump administration evaluates candidates for a permanent replacement. The administration aims to restore the CDC's focus on fighting infectious diseases, especially ahead of the midterm elections. There is a need to find a candidate who can collaborate with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. while aligning with his health movement. Bhattacharya has expressed scientific disagreements with Kennedy during internal discussions.
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