US EditionNewsom hires former CDC leaders as public health advisers
Two former CDC leaders will advise California's Department of Public Health on PHNIX, aiming to modernize health infrastructure and improve outbreak data-sharing across states.
- On Monday, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that former CDC leaders Susan Monarez and Dr. Debra Houry will serve as consultants to the California Department of Public Health and lead PHNIX.
- After clashes with HHS leadership, Susan Monarez was fired after less than 29 days for resisting unsupported vaccine recommendations, and Debra Houry resigned partly in protest, both testifying before the Senate committee.
- PHNIX will focus on modernizing public-health infrastructure, strengthening outbreak data sharing, and pursuing AI and global partnerships, with Susan Monarez advising on health technology and funding and Dr. Debra Houry serving as senior regional and global medical adviser while Katelyn Jetelina leads Project Stethoscope.
- To strengthen public confidence, California has joined a West Coast vaccine‑review pact and the WHO network, aiming to build independent state capacity and complement CDC functions.
- Gov. Gavin Newsom has directed recruitment of former federal employees earlier this year and used hiring to position California as a Democratic counterweight ahead of a potential 2028 presidential run.
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