Senate committee advances Nicole Saphier's nomination for surgeon general

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The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee advanced Nicole Saphier's nomination for surgeon general.
Saphier is a radiologist and author known for criticizing the public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
She testified that childhood vaccines do not cause autism and are vital public health tools.
Her nomination advanced in a party-line vote, with Sen. Bill Cassidy ultimately supporting her.
The nomination followed the withdrawal of another nominee, Casey Means, amid political maneuvering.

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