# CDC’s New Leader Under Fire | Charlotte News

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Podcast: [Charlotte News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charlotte-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463310)
Published: 2026-07-15T21:55:47+00:00
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Dr. Erica Schwartz, poised to lead the CDC, vows to defend science and embrace transparency—but senators are questioning if she can withstand political pressure, especially from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. With the agency hemorrhaging over 3,000 staff and morale at an all-time low, critics argue the CDC has lost its national leadership role. Schwartz admits ignorance of past policy cuts and dodges direct questions about defying vaccine mandates, while senators highlight real-world examples of political interference. Meanwhile, her nominee for emergency preparedness faces scrutiny as experts warn future pandemics demand stronger, tech-savvy public health infrastructure. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e7aea7f157e5b879

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