Trump’s surgeon general pick now says people should get vaccinated for measles

Trump's surgeon general nominee Casey Means has clarified in written responses that people should get vaccinated for measles, reversing her previous evasive stance during confirmation hearings. Means had drawn bipartisan criticism last month when she avoided directly endorsing the measles vaccine, telling senators only that vaccinations "save lives" without specifically recommending the measles shot. Her initial non-committal response raised concerns among lawmakers from both parties about her fitness to lead the nation's public health messaging. The written clarification obtained by MS NOW represents an attempt to address the controversy that has complicated her confirmation process. Her nomination now faces continued Senate scrutiny over her initial vaccine hesitancy.