President Donald Trump’s third nominee for surgeon general will appear before lawmakers in a confirmation hearing, marking the latest effort to fill the high-profile role often called the nation’s doctor. The position, which has remained vacant for an extended period, requires Senate approval to advance. With healthcare policy and public health leadership at stake, the hearing will examine the nominee’s qualifications and vision for the role. The outcome could determine whether the post is finally filled after months of uncertainty.
Saphier, President Donald Trump's third nominee to serve as surgeon general, will face lawmakers at her confirmation hearing Wednesday in the latest attempt to fill the post known as the nation's doctor.
