Senate committee advances Nicole Saphier's nomination for surgeon general
September 30, 2026 / 10:14 AM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- 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.