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October 27, 2026
CDC Deputy Director Jennifer Shuford to Leave Nov. 12, Citing Family
- Shuford, appointed in April and in the role since June, will leave the CDC on Nov. 12, a spokesperson said.
- In a statement, Shuford said she was leaving to spend more time with her family; the article does not confirm the previously reported disagreement over vaccine policy.
- Satish Pillai will serve as acting deputy director and chief medical officer while the CDC looks for a permanent successor.
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- Senior CDC official to quit amid turmoil over Trump's vaccine policies: reportOct 27, 2026 at 10:57 AM · Independent
- Trump-Appointed CDC Deputy Director Jennifer Shuford Resigns After 4 MonthsOct 27, 2026 at 3:07 PM · NYT
- Trump-appointed CDC deputy director to resign after six months on the jobOct 27, 2026 at 3:39 PM · The Guardian
- CDC deputy director to leave administration after 4 monthsOct 27, 2026 at 6:32 PM · The Hill
- CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the roleOct 27, 2026 at 8:25 PM · NBC