Former President Donald Trump has announced his nomination of Casey Means as the next Surgeon General of the United States. Means, a prominent figure within the Metabolic Health America (MAHA) movement, is replacing Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, whose nomination was withdrawn. Nesheiwat faced criticism for her promotion of coronavirus vaccines.
Casey Means' association with Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. further underscores the potential changes in the administration's approach to public health. Kennedy Jr. has been a vocal advocate for alternative health strategies and has questioned the safety and efficacy of certain mainstream medical interventions.
The Surgeon General plays a crucial role in shaping public health policy and communicating health information to the public. The appointment of Means, with her background in metabolic health, suggests a possible focus on addressing chronic diseases through lifestyle interventions and dietary changes. This nomination is expected to draw both support and scrutiny from the medical community and the public.
Trump Nominates Casey Means as Surgeon General
Former President Trump has nominated Casey Means, an influential figure in the Metabolic Health America (MAHA) movement, to be the next Surgeon General. This nomination follows the withdrawal of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, Trump's initial pick. Means is known to be a close associate of HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The selection signals a potential shift in public health priorities under a second Trump administration.