Trump Names Anti-Lockdown Stanford Doctor to Lead NIH
Briefly

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya's appointment to lead the NIH raises alarms given his controversial stance during the pandemic and the questionable nature of his recent activities.
The Great Barrington Declaration, co-authored by Bhattacharya, pushed for a risky approach to handling COVID-19, advocating for herd immunity through infection among the young.
Bhattacharya's prior statements and actions reflect a willingness to prioritize economic concerns over public health, which many experts warned could lead to significant loss of life.
His selection symbolizes a broader troubling trend where public health decisions become intertwined with political ideology, particularly in the context of a potential second Trump administration.
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