Cassidy to Trump public health nominee: ‘Why would you repeat those damn lies?’

During a Senate Health Committee confirmation hearing, Sen. Bill Cassidy confronted President Trump's nominee for the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, Sean Kaufman, about a misleading social media post about the hepatitis B vaccine. Cassidy expressed frustration over Kaufman's repetition of false claims, questioning why he would spread such misinformation. This exchange highlights the importance of accurate health information in public office and underscores the scrutiny nominees face over their previous statements and actions. It reveals potential challenges Kaufman may face in gaining confirmation due to his handling of the vaccine misinformation issue.