Health and Human Services Confirmation Hearing
The Senate Finance Committee held a confirmation hearing for President Trump’s Health and Human Services secretary nominee, Alex Azar. The hearing… read more
The Senate Finance Committee held a confirmation hearing for President Trump’s Health and Human Services secretary nominee, Alex Azar. The hearing focused on prescription drug prices, Medicaid and Medicare programs, and Mr. Azar’s experience at Eli Lilly, a large pharmaceutical research and manufacturing company. Democratic members, including Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-OR), expressed concerns over Mr. Azar’s role at Eli Lilly and his commitment to lowering prescription drug prices. Tommy Thompson and Mike Leavitt, former Health and Human Services secretaries under President George W. Bush, offered introductory remarks. close
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