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Senate panel advances Trump surgeon general nominee

Senate panel advances Trump surgeon general nominee

Also reported by CBS News

Summary

President Trump’s nominee for U.S. surgeon general, Nicole Saphier, passed a vote in a key Senate committee. The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee approved her nomination by a 12-11 party-line vote, moving her closer to a full Senate vote.

Key Facts

  • Nicole Saphier is President Trump’s nominee for U.S. surgeon general.
  • The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee voted 12-11 to advance her nomination.
  • The vote was along party lines, with Republican support and Democratic opposition.
  • The nomination will now move to the full Senate for a final confirmation vote.
  • This vote happened during the last week the Senate is in session for this period.
  • The surgeon general is a key public health position responsible for health education and communication.
  • The committee’s approval is a significant step toward Saphier becoming surgeon general.
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