Trump Nominates Dr. Oz to Lead Medicare, Medicaid

The former TV doctor would oversee a massive agency

If confirmed, Dr. Oz would lead an agency that provides health insurance to over 100 million Americans.

Former television doctor Mehmet Oz has been nominated by President Trump to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). If confirmed by the Senate, Oz would oversee a massive agency that provides health insurance to over 100 million Americans.

Oz is a cardiothoracic surgeon and author who is best known for his appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show and his own daytime talk show, The Dr. Oz Show. He has been a vocal supporter of Trump and has advised the president on health care issues.

The nomination of Oz has been met with mixed reactions. Some Republicans have praised Oz's experience and his commitment to conservative values. However, some Democrats have expressed concerns about Oz's lack of government experience and his history of making controversial statements about health care.

Oz's nomination is likely to face close scrutiny from the Senate. The Senate Finance Committee will hold a hearing on the nomination on September 14th. If the committee votes to approve the nomination, it will then go to the full Senate for a vote.

The nomination of Oz comes at a time when the CMS is facing a number of challenges. The agency is responsible for implementing the Affordable Care Act, which has been the subject of numerous legal challenges. The CMS is also facing budget cuts from the Trump administration.

If confirmed, Oz would be the first physician to lead the CMS since the agency was created in 1977.