Inside the CDC’s leadership vacuum: work at a ‘standstill’ and low morale as 80% of top posts remain vacant
nominating the former deputy surgeon general in his first presidency, [Erica Schwartz](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/16/trump-nominates-erica-schwartz-as-cdc-director.html), as CDC director. Her appointment is dependent on confirmation by the Senate.
Trump also announced placements for two top deputy