Dr. Oz's New Role: Running Medicare and Medicaid

You probably recognize Dr. Mehmet Oz from his popular TV show, but now he's making headlines for a very different job. President Donald Trump has selected him to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), a major federal agency that provides health insurance to more than 150 million Americans. Trump believes Oz can ensure everyone gets excellent healthcare while also tackling waste and fraud within the agency. Oz, a heart surgeon and TV personality, has faced controversy in the past, such as his support for hydroxychloroquine as a Covid-19 treatment and his earlier backing of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare). This decision has sparked debate: some see it as a positive move, while others question Oz's lack of experience and previous stances. It's certainly generating a lot of discussion!