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Sen. Sanders announces vote against CDC nominee Erica Schwartz

Jul 23, 2026

C-SPAN aired Sen. Bernie Sanders' remarks from a Senate HELP Committee hearing on the nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC. Sanders praised her background and service but stated he would vote against confirmation due to concerns about independence from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The segment focused on public health threats like measles, vaccine efficacy, and the need for officials willing to resist anti-science pressures. It referenced Kennedy's recent actions at HHS, including the firing of prior CDC director Susan Monarez. No other speakers or graphics appear in the clip.

▶ Source: C-SPAN

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Ruiz presses RFK Jr. on CDC nominee and vaccine policy in April hearing

Jul 14, 2026

The segment covers a House Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing where Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA) questioned HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about the nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director. Ruiz pressed on vaccine positions, prior ACIP changes, the firing of former CDC director Susan Monarez, and reports of Kennedy being sidelined by the White House. Kennedy confirmed supporting Schwartz’s nomination but declined to commit to implementing her guidance without interference. He denied being benched and disputed reasons for Monarez’s firing. The broadcast highlights Ruiz’s accusations of rising measles and flu cases tied to policy shifts.

▶ Source: Liberal Lens