Trump pulls stalled Means nomination; taps Saphier for Surgeon General
Summary
President Trump nominated radiologist Nicole Saphier as the next U.S. Surgeon General, replacing wellness entrepreneur Casey Means, whose nomination was pulled after facing opposition from Senator Bill Cassidy.
How coverage differs
- Left: Trump's Surgeon General nomination shifts after political opposition Left-leaning outlets report President Trump withdrew Casey Means' nomination for Surgeon General after facing opposition from Senator Bill Cassidy, then nominated radiologist Nicole Saphier. They highlight Means' lack of a medical degree and Saphier's qualifications as a medical doctor.
- Center: Trump taps new Surgeon General after previous nomination withdrawn Center outlets factually report President Trump's decision to withdraw Casey Means' nomination for Surgeon General and his subsequent selection of radiologist Nicole Saphier. They detail Saphier's background, including her medical qualifications and media presence, while noting Means' prior opposition.