Trump nominates Mehmet Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid Services
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President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, overseeing health insurance programs for millions of Americans. Oz, a former TV host and heart surgeon, aims to reduce waste and promote disease prevention. Trump also selected Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as his nominee for commerce secretary. Lutnick will manage tariffs and trade policies, supporting Trump's agenda to impose significant tariffs on imports, particularly from China. Both nominations reflect Trump's focus on health and economic policies. Oz's role will impact Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act, while Lutnick's position will involve trade enforcement and economic oversight.