Senator Pete Ricketts praises Dr. Jay Bhattacharya's appointment as acting director of the CDC, highlighting his pandemic contributions.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Ricketts comments on Dr. Bhattacharya's appointment: U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) issued a statement supporting the Trump administration's appointment of Dr. Jay Bhattacharya as acting director of the CDC. Ricketts noted, "When I was Governor, Dr. Bhattacharya consulted while we developed Nebraska's highly successful response to the COVID-19 pandemic."
Focus on science and holistic approaches: Ricketts highlighted Dr. Bhattacharya's intellectual honesty and courage in presenting alternative views during the pandemic response, expressing confidence in his ability to lead the CDC effectively. "He will do excellent work as acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention," Ricketts stated.
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