Sean Kaufman Faces Senate Scrutiny Over Vaccine Safety Comments Before 1 Confirmation Hearing

3 articles · Updated · geneonline · Jul 10

Sean Kaufman heads into a confirmation hearing next week under Senate scrutiny for past public statements questioning vaccine safety.
Bill Cassidy, who sits on the committee reviewing the nomination, is expected to press Kaufman on how those remarks fit with established immunization policy and the duties of a senior HHS role.
The hearing will examine both Kaufman’s professional background and his record on vaccine rhetoric as lawmakers weigh whether his views and experience meet the standards for federal appointment.

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