Former HHS Head Sebelius Says Delay In Becerra Confirmation Slows Agency Leader Appointments
Executive Summary
Former HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius says not having health leadership in place is exacerbating the COVID-19 crisis and even increasing deaths.
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