Dr. Erica Schwartz Confirmed as First Black Woman to Lead the CDC

Dr. Erica Schwartz confirmed as first Black woman to lead the CDC

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director, ending a year without permanent leadership at the nation's top public health

President Trump Appoints The First Black Woman To Lead CDC

Dr Erica Schwartz will be the first Black woman to lead the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. The Senate confirmed Schwartz in a 51-44 vote on Wednesday, 5 August. Schwartz, who will run the federal agency that primarily focuses on infectious diseases, was Trump’s third nominee for the position in 18 months. Dr, Erica Schwartz becoming the first Black woman to lead the CDC Schwartz will serve during a time when the US is facing a signi…