Dr. Jennifer Shuford, CDC deputy director and chief medical officer who previously led the Texas Department of State Health Services, announced her resignation after about six months in the federal role. Her last day is November 12.
Where
Federal
When
Oct. 27, 2026
Sources
Reported by 4 outlets
Taxes and money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
Dr. Jennifer ShufordCDC deputy director and chief medical officer
Dr. Erica SchwartzCDC Director
Satish PillaiActing deputy director and chief medical officer
The facts
Shuford was appointed CDC deputy director in April 2026 alongside CDC Director Dr. Erica Schwartz.23Stated by 2 sources
Shuford was commissioner of Texas Department of State Health Services before joining CDC.23Stated by 2 sources
Shuford joined the Texas agency in 2017.23Stated by 2 sources
Satish Pillai will serve as acting deputy director and chief medical officer.23Stated by 2 sources
Who said what
These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.
Dr. Jennifer Shuford I am leaving to spend more time with my family.23
Dr. Jennifer Shuford It has been an amazing experience and I will be forever grateful for it.23
Dr. Erica Schwartz Shuford provided outstanding leadership and commitment to CDC and public health.23
How they headlined it
The same event, as each outlet put it. Marked words appear in only one outlet's headline.
CDC’s deputy director to leave Trump administration after six months
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