Trump Nominates Acting CDC Director to Lead Agency

Susan Monarez, who has been the acting head under the Trump administration, must be confirmed by the Senate.

Susan Monarez. CDC

President Donald Trump on March 24 nominated Susan Monarez, acting director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to lead the agency pending Senate confirmation.

In a statement on Truth Social, Trump said Monarez “brings decades of experience” to the role and “understands the importance of protecting our children, our communities, and our future.”