CDC deputy director resigns after four months
The gist
CDC deputy director Jennifer Shuford confirmed her departure, with her last day planned for Nov. 12.
Her exit lands as the agency faces measles criticism and low public trust.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2026Jennifer Shuford is appointed by President Donald Trump as CDC deputy director and chief medical officer, after almost four years as commissioner of Texas's Department of State Health Services.
- Oct 26, 2026Shuford confirms her departure to The Washington Post, which reports it Monday night.
- Oct 27, 2026CDC director Dr. Erica Schwartz announces the news to staff in an email; the CDC says Shuford's last day is planned for Nov. 12.