Trump nominates Dr. Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid agency

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This comes as Trump’s administration considers cuts to Medicaid and expanding Medicare’s private options. Oz's confirmation by the Senate is uncertain, with mixed reactions from senators. While some Republicans support him, Democrats largely oppose the nomination. Notably, Senator John Fetterman expressed openness to voting for Oz if he prioritizes Medicare and Medicaid. Oz's appointment follows other controversial nominations by Trump, including Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. as health secretary. Oz, a former heart surgeon and television host, has faced criticism for promoting unproven health claims.