Trump withdraws nomination of Casey Means for US surgeon general US president said he was instead nominating radiologist and Fox News contributor Dr Nicole Saphier for the post The Guardian - US · Apr 30
Trump drops Casey Means, picks Nicole Saphier for surgeon general President Donald Trump dropped Casey Means’ nomination for surgeon general and named radiologist and Fox News contributor Nicole Saphier for the role after Means struggled to clinch the support to advance her nomination. Saphier is an associate professor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. She is… Roll Call · Apr 30
The Key Electoral Races That Could Decide President Trump's Political Future From party loyalty battles to razor-thin margins in Congress, a handful of contests could determine how much power the president holds after November Latin Times · Apr 29
Immigration debate, upfront costs are hurdles for hepatitis C bill Despite bipartisan agreement on the need for testing and treatment for the life-threatening liver disease hepatitis C, potentially hundreds of thousands of Americans remain untreated or even unaware they’re infected as efforts to expand access to cures have stalled in Congress. Legislation introduced last year has struggled to gain traction as lawmakers focus… Roll Call · Apr 27
GOP thorn in Trump’s side says he’ll confirm Fed pick Warsh despite threat of Powell probe still looming DoJ’s decision to end ‘bogus’ probe vindicated Thom Tillis, who had power to hold up the nomination of Trump’s preferred candidate indefinitely The Independent UK · Apr 26
RFK Jr. was in the witness chair over vaccines but it was an embattled Republican senator on the hot seat ANALYSIS: Bill Cassidy is trying to thread a political needle. His success may depend on Trump’s growing weaknesses, writes John Bowden The Independent UK · Apr 23
RFK Jr faces intense questions in US Senate on measles and flu deaths Health secretary says ‘I had nothing to do with the measles outbreak’ and claims to support measles and MMR vaccines The Guardian - US · Apr 22
How Trump’s dyslexia slurs perpetuate myths about the learning disability Trump disparaging the California governor’s dyslexia impacted the nation The Independent UK · Apr 18
Democratic candidates start 2026 with a fundraising bang Money continued to flow as the midterm election year kicked off. Fundraising reports covering the first three months of the year show that it was a fruitful first quarter for many congressional candidates, with a handful of Senate hopefuls reporting eight-figure hauls and some House candidates surpassing the $2 million… Roll Call · Apr 16
Kennedy returns to Capitol Hill with clout diminished Kennedy is expected to face a gauntlet of questions about vaccines, autism and other hot-button issues. Axios · Apr 16
MAGA lawmakers face uproar as far right accuses them of flooding states with foreign workers Freedom Caucus chair battles the likes of Steve Bannon over temporary workers from other countries as far right warns of ‘mass amnesty’ The Independent UK · Apr 12
Democrats opened the door to a third Trump impeachment over Iran. Here’s what they need to happen next ANALYSIS: Even if Democrats win back the majority, Eric Garcia writes, they have to ask themselves: Should they try to impeach Trump again? The Independent UK · Apr 9
For these Republicans, the ‘war on woke’ starts at home Republicans have in recent years waged a “war on woke,” hammering Democrats who embrace progressive policies on race, sexuality and gender. Now they are using the term to beat up on each other. In some of this year’s most bitter House and Senate primaries, Republicans are seeking to paint their… Roll Call · Apr 6
Trump’s Maha agenda stalled as top CDC and surgeon general roles sit empty Trump has yet to nominate a permanent CDC director and the Senate confirmation of his pick for top doctor is in limbo The Guardian - US · Mar 26
The Independent UK · Mar 25 Dr. Casey Means’ surgeon general nomination stalled as GOP senators cast doubt Dr. Means, a 38-year-old Stanford-educated physician, became disillusioned with traditional medicine and did not complete her surgical residency
Roll Call · Mar 24 More doctors and nurses hoping to operate in Congress ANALYSIS — At a time when most voters are skeptical of politicians, both parties are looking to doctors and nurses to secure control of Congress. With nearly two dozen doctors and nurses currently serving on Capitol Hill, it’s a pretty good strategy. Even if health care isn’t the top issue…
Roll Call · Mar 24 CDC dilemma: Nominee may need both MAHA and science chops As a deadline arrives this week to nominate a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director, some Republicans are skeptical the administration will find someone who can check all the boxes necessary for confirmation. The candidate will need the “Make America Healthy Again” mindset of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s…
Roll Call · Mar 23 Future of vaccine panel unclear as member calls out HHS official Federal officials are unsure how to respond to a court order blocking a key vaccine advisory committee, following “miscommunication” over next steps by an advisory committee member and Trump administration official. Robert Malone, an outspoken member of the Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention’s vaccine advisory committee, said Friday…
The Mary Sue · Mar 19 Taxpayers face a new nightmare as Senator uncovers a crippling problem plaguing child care assistance in multiple blue states Senator Bill Cassidy is officially expanding his investigation into potential child care fraud, moving beyond Minnesota and setting his sights on New York, Michigan, and Oregon. This isn’t just a minor blip; we’re talking about serious issues with how our taxpayer dollars are being used in crucial assistance programs.
Reason · Mar 19 The Feds Are Investing in Wearable Health Trackers. That Could Put Your Private Data at Risk. Government-backed biowearables could generate vast streams of personal health data with few legal safeguards.
The Guardian - US · Mar 12 Trump-endorsed Republican in Louisiana accused of rape in 2007 Blake Miguez, 44, not criminally charged over allegation reported to local police but never disclosed to public
Roll Call · Mar 6 Kids online safety bills move forward from Senate, House panel A kids data privacy bill won Senate passage, while a slate of safety bills advanced out of a House committee.
Roll Call · Mar 3 Letlow’s MAHA backing complicates Cassidy’s Senate retention bid The MAHA PAC is backing Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy’s opponent.
Roll Call · Feb 28 War powers votes unlikely to rein in Trump after Iran strikes A procedural vote on the resolution could happen as soon as Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the situation.
The Guardian - US · Feb 25 Trump’s surgeon general pick dodges vaccine questions at Senate hearing Critics concerned as Casey Means, aligned with RFK Jr on vaccine stance, does not have active medical license