CMS’ Brooks-LaSure: Early Action Impacting Pharma Likely To Focus On Legacy Trump Policies
Executive Summary
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure’s nomination was approved in a 55-44 vote, with five Republicans joining Democrats in favor. Her confirmation clears the way for other appointments to key positions at the agency, such as the directors of the centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
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