Trump nominates Dave Weldon to lead CDC, raising concerns over vaccine policy

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Dave Weldon, a former Florida congressman who has questioned vaccine safety, to lead the CDC. This choice may align Weldon with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump's pick for health secretary and a known anti-vaccine advocate. Weldon has a history of opposing the CDC's vaccine program and previously introduced a bill to shift vaccine safety oversight to a different agency. If confirmed, he could significantly influence U.S. vaccine policy, including recommendations for children. The CDC is currently facing health challenges, including rising cases of measles and whooping cough. Experts express concern about the potential impact of Weldon and Kennedy's leadership on vaccine recommendations and public health.