Trump Withdraws Nomination of Dr. Casey Means for Surgeon General Position

May 1, 2026 • Google News World

US President Donald Trump has withdrawn the nomination of Dr. Casey Means for the position of Surgeon General, according to reports from various news outlets.

Dr. Casey Means was initially nominated by Trump for the role, but it appears that he has since pulled back on his support. The exact reasons behind this decision are not yet clear.

In related news, Trump has announced a new nomination for the position of Surgeon General. Details about this individual have not been made public at this time.

The withdrawal of Dr. Means’ nomination comes as controversy surrounding her past comments has resurfaced. She had previously expressed criticism towards RFK Jr., a prominent figure in the anti-vaccination movement.

Trump’s decision to withdraw Dr. Means’ nomination is the latest development in a series of changes to his administration’s healthcare appointments. This move marks Trump’s third attempt to fill the position of Surgeon General, following previous nominations that were also met with controversy.

The White House has not yet commented on the reasons behind Trump’s decision to withdraw Dr. Means’ nomination or provide further information about the new nominee.

Source: Google News World