Senate Delays Trump Surgeon General Nominee Casey Means’ Hearing Due to Labor
The Senate confirmation hearing for Dr. Casey Means, nominated by former President Trump for the role of surgeon general, has been postponed due to her going into labor. A spokesperson from the Senate Health, Labor and Pensions Committee confirmed the delay. Dr. Means was set to appear before the committee on Thursday morning.
Background on Dr. Casey Means’ Nomination
Dr. Means was nominated in May after the withdrawal of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat’s nomination by the White House shortly before her scheduled hearing. A representative from the Department of Health and Human Services expressed happiness for Dr. Means and her family, acknowledging this is a rare instance where a Senate hearing can be easily rescheduled.
Future Hearing Plans
The Senate Health, Labor and Pensions Committee has announced that the hearing will be rescheduled at a later date. Dr. Means is anticipated to oversee approximately 6,000 members of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and is expected to contribute to shaping the national public health agenda.
Dr. Means’ Professional Accomplishments
- Co-founded Levels, a health application connecting to glucose monitors.
- Developed a significant online presence focused on health and wellness issues.
- Transitioned from traditional medicine after training as a surgeon at Stanford Medical School.
Advocacy and Influence
Dr. Means is known for her advocacy against the influence of the food and drug industries on public health. She, alongside her brother Calley Means, has played a pivotal role in Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s endorsement of Trump. Their views emphasize how poor nutrition and lifestyle choices contribute to health challenges faced by many Americans.
Both Casey and Calley Means have gained recognition for their viral interviews discussing these critical health issues, aligning with Kennedy’s perspective on health in America.
