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Casey Means, a MAHA leader, makes bid to be nation’s top doctor

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  • Elizabeth Cooney

  • February 25, 2026

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    Casey Means, a leading figure in the Make America Healthy Again movement, is nominated for U.S. Surgeon General by President Trump.

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    During her Senate confirmation hearing, Means faced scrutiny over her medical credentials and business conflicts of interest.

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    Means emphasized the urgency of restoring health and transparency for Americans, particularly mothers, during her testimony.

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    She advocated for informed consent in vaccination and reproductive health discussions, promoting shared decision-making.

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    Means acknowledged the autism crisis but refrained from linking it directly to vaccines, calling for further research on environmental factors.

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Casey Means, a MAHA leader, makes bid to be nation’s top doctor

  • by Elizabeth Cooney

  • February 25, 2026

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