Senator Fetterman expresses support for Trump's nominee Dr. Mehmet Oz for health agency role

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nomination comes after Oz lost to Senator John Fetterman in the 2022 Pennsylvania Senate race. Fetterman indicated he would support Oz's confirmation if he commits to protecting Medicare and Medicaid. He stated, “If Dr. Oz is about protecting and preserving Medicare and Medicaid, I’m voting for the dude.” If confirmed, Oz would oversee programs that provide health insurance to millions of Americans, including Medicaid and Medicare. These programs are crucial for low-income individuals and older adults in the U.S.