President Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Casey Means to be the next U.S. Surgeon General. The announcement came on Wednesday, highlighting the administration’s commitment to reform national health policy.
Dr. Means is a Stanford-trained physician and wellness advocate. She has made headlines for her work promoting holistic health solutions. Importantly, she is a strong supporter of the Make America Healthy Again campaign. This initiative has become a central focus of the administration’s health agenda.
Previously, Trump nominated Dr. Janette Nesheiwat for the same role. However, her nomination was withdrawn without an official reason. Trump stated that Dr. Nesheiwat will instead take on another position within the Department of Health and Human Services.
Dr. Means has co-authored a book on chronic disease and co-founded a health-tech startup. She argues that America’s chronic illness crisis stems from poor nutrition and lifestyle habits. Her views align closely with Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who also supports the Make America Healthy Again movement.
Notably, her brother Calley Means currently advises the administration on public health strategy. Both siblings have promoted health reform through public appearances and their joint publications.
Trump emphasized Dr. Means’ credentials and commitment to health reform during his announcement. He called her “one of the finest Surgeon General picks in history.” Her nomination signals a deeper shift in public health priorities under the current administration.
Supporters of the administration have praised her focus on wellness and disease prevention. Still, some critics worry about her stance on vaccines and government-led health mandates. Despite differing views, her confirmation process is expected to move forward quickly.
If confirmed, Dr. Means would become a key figure in shaping future health policy. Her leadership will likely reinforce the values of the Make America Healthy Again platform. With chronic disease rates on the rise, the administration is betting on a new path forward.
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