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Trump's Surgeon General Nominee Faces Republican Opposition

First article: 23 mar. 2026, 23:43 | Last update: 23 mar. 2026, 23:43 | 1 source | 1 article

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President Trump's nominee for Surgeon General is encountering headwinds from within the Republican party, potentially jeopardizing the confirmation process. The specific reasons for the GOP's doubts remain somewhat unclear, but reports suggest concerns about the nominee's suitability for the role, possibly related to their past statements or perceived lack of relevant experience. This internal party conflict adds another layer of complexity to the already challenging confirmation process in the current political climate.

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Trump's MAHA pick for surgeon general flounders amid GOP doubts Foto: Ars Technica
Ars Technica 23 mar. 2026, 23:43 (11 hours ago) Excellent

Trump's MAHA pick for surgeon general flounders amid GOP doubts

She stalled over MAHA woo-woo, anti-vaccine views, and lacking medical background.

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