Monarez was selected a little more than a week after Trump’s initial pick for the position, former Republican congressman and physician Dave Weldon, was withdrawn because of a suspected lack of support in the Senate for his confirmation due to his skepticism of vaccines.
“As an incredible mother and dedicated public servant, Dr. Monarez understands the importance of protecting our children, our communities, and our future,” Trump wrote on social media.
Monarez is not a medical doctor, but holds a doctorate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and had postdoctoral training in microbiology and immunology at the Stanford University School of Medicine.
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Trump said Monarez “brings decades of experience championing Innovation, Transparency, and strong Public Health Systems.”
The president also said she would work with
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