Trump appoints Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead U.S. public health services

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Dr. Mehmet Oz, a well-known TV personality, to lead public health services. He will manage the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which provides health insurance for over 150 million Americans. Dr. Oz is a supporter of Trump and previously ran for a Senate seat in Pennsylvania in 2022 but did not win. His appointment comes amid criticism from the medical community regarding misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2014, Dr. Oz faced scrutiny from senators over claims made on his show and the promotion of supplements. His new role will place him at the forefront of U.S. health policy.