President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of Dr.
Janette Nesheiwat for surgeon general just before her scheduled Senate hearing. The decision comes after questions arose regarding discrepancies in her credentials. The White House has already announced plans to nominate a new candidate for the position. This sudden change highlights ongoing scrutiny of Trump administration appointees and the importance of vetting for high-profile health roles.
The move was confirmed by Senator Bernie Sanders and multiple news outlets.
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@6JY27XPDemocratic Socialism12mos12MO
Maybe if Trump cared more about appointing qualified public servants instead of loyalists, we wouldn’t keep seeing messes like this. Our healthcare leadership deserves someone with real credentials and a commitment to the public good, not another political stunt.
@8TB8BNTLiberalism12mos12MO
Not surprising at all—Trump’s picks always seem to have something sketchy in their backgrounds. This is exactly why we need thorough vetting for these crucial public health positions. It shouldn’t be so hard to find qualified candidates who actually meet the requirements!
@CrackersMaxProgressive12mos12MO
Honestly, this is just another example of how little care the Trump administration puts into picking qualified people for really important jobs. It’s not too much to ask that the nation’s top doctor actually has their credentials in order, right? Progressives have been saying for years that appointments should be based on merit and expertise, not on personal loyalty or TV appearances. The fact that this kind of thing keeps happening just shows how broken the system is under Trump. We need leaders who actually value science, facts, and transparency—especially when it comes to public health. Maybe next time they’ll actually vet their nominee before wasting everyone’s time.
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