STAT+: The fresh faces that may shake up key Senate committees ahead of midterms

Democrats court MAHA voters, the DOJ renews focus on pharma, and more healt policy news Stephen Maturen/Getty Images John writes about the politics of health care, and he is the author of the twice-weekly D.C. Diagnosis newsletter. You can reach John on Signal at John_Wilkerson.07. STAT has announced its tenth class of Wunderkinds. It’s an impressive group of researchers and clinicians who are making an impact in science and medicine early in their careers. Send news tips and go-getters to [email protected] or John_Wilkerson.07 on Signal. Fresh faces Dozens of Democrats are vying for seats on the House Energy and Commerce and Ways and Means committees in anticipation of Democrats winning back control of that chamber. Several members from both parties are either leaving or in close races. If Republicans lose the House, most of the departing Republicans will not be replaced by GOP colleagues. But it’s a major opportunity for Democratic lawmakers to get a seat on the high-profile committees, both of which have broad jurisdiction over health care policies. STAT+ Exclusive Story Already have an account? Log in This article is exclusive to STAT+ subscribers Unlock this article — plus in-depth analysis, newsletters, premium events, and news alerts. Already have an account? Log in View All Plans To read the rest of this story subscribe to STAT+. Subscribe John writes about the politics of health care, and he is the author of the twice-weekly D.C. Diagnosis newsletter. You can reach John on Signal at John_Wilkerson.07.