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CDC Leadership Transition Amid Staffing Issues

Updated 2026-08-05 20:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Dr. Erica Schwartz has been confirmed as the new CDC director to lead an agency facing significant staffing challenges and leadership turmoil.

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Schwartz takes command of a public health agency that has lost thousands of employees, amid layoffs, resignations and leadership turmoil.
2026-08-05 20:00 UTC
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