Trump names Pastor Darrell Scott to CDC tobacco health advisory committee

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How did the left and right cover Trump names Pastor Darrell Scott to CDC tobacco health advisory…?

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Which side is not reporting Trump names Pastor Darrell Scott to CDC tobacco health advisory…?

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Which outlets covered Trump names Pastor Darrell Scott to CDC tobacco health advisory…?

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Who was appointed to the CDC advisory committee?

President Donald Trump appointed Pastor Darrell Scott to serve on a committee that advises the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The appointment was announced on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

What will Pastor Darrell Scott advise on?

Pastor Darrell Scott will advise on tobacco health issues. He will serve on a committee that reports to the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

When was the appointment announced?

The appointment of Pastor Darrell Scott to the CDC advisory committee was announced on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This information was reported by Reuters and subsequently by other outlets.