Trump appoints Mehmet Oz as head of Medicare and Medicaid

Donald Trump has appointed Dr. Mehmet Oz as the head of Medicare and Medicaid. Oz previously served as an informal health adviser during the COVID-19 pandemic and promoted hydroxychloroquine, which the FDA later revoked for emergency use. In his statement, Trump emphasized Oz's qualifications to address America's healthcare issues. Oz will collaborate with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to tackle chronic diseases and the healthcare industry. If confirmed, Oz will oversee healthcare policy for Medicare and Medicaid, which serve millions. Trump has expressed a desire to replace the Affordable Care Act but has not provided specific plans.