Senate advances Erica Schwartz’s CDC director nomination to full Senate vote

The Senate Health Committee approved Erica Schwartz as the nominee for CDC director, securing bipartisan support that included every Republican member and Democrat Tim Kaine.

With the committee’s endorsement, her nomination now moves to the full Senate floor, where confirmation is expected.

The panel also approved Sean Kaufman as the pandemic‑preparedness leader after Senator Bill Cassidy set aside his reservations and backed the Trump‑administration pick.

These appointments are presented as steps to improve the nation’s infectious‑disease monitoring and pandemic readiness.