In an unexpected shake-up and big surprise for many, President Donald Trump has withdrawn his support for Dr. Janette Nesheiwat and instead endorsed Dr. Casey Means for the position of U.S. Surgeon General.
See the tweet below.
This strategic move aligns the nation’s top medical spokesperson with the “Make America Healthy Again” agenda championed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
It also signals a significant shift toward addressing the root causes of America’s chronic health crisis.
In a Truth Social post, Trump announced his decision to withdraw support for his previous nominee, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat.
The change came just one day before Nesheiwat’s Senate confirmation hearing, during which questions about her medical education and vaccine positions would likely have dominated the discussion.
Conservative influencer Laura Loomer had raised serious concerns about Nesheiwat’s background, criticizing her promotion of COVID-19 vaccines and support for DEI initiatives – positions that conflicted with the administration’s health agenda.
On the other hand, Trump praised Dr. Means for her “outstanding” academic credentials and perfect alignment with the MAHA agenda.
Dr. Means, who co-authored a book with her brother Calley Means, has built a significant following through social media and podcast appearances where she advocates for addressing the underlying causes of America’s chronic disease epidemic.
Her nomination represents a clear win for RFK Jr., whose unconventional approach to public health has prioritized examining the food supply, environmental toxins, and pharmaceutical industry practices.
Unlike many establishment medical figures, Dr. Means brings fresh perspectives on wellness that resonate with Americans tired of being told to take more medications while getting sicker.
At the same time, Dr. Nesheiwat’s withdrawal marks the second Trump health official pick to be withdrawn this year, following Dave Weldon’s withdrawal for the CDC position.
Rather than viewing this as disorganization, supporters see it as evidence of Trump’s commitment to putting the right people in place to deliver on his promises to the American people.
President Trump just nominated Dr. Casey Means as Surgeon General! 🔥
This is a HUGE win for MAHA.
Watch Dr. Means EXPOSE the corruption of our healthcare system last year:
“I took zero nutrition courses in medical school.”
“I learned virtually nothing at Stanford Medical… pic.twitter.com/EmyrlWvZlF
— Holden Culotta (@Holden_Culotta) May 7, 2025
Nesheiwat, the sister-in-law of Trump’s former national security advisor Mike Waltz, will not depart the administration entirely.
According to reports, she will take on another role within the Department of Health and Human Services, where her medical experience can still be utilized.
Public records revealed that Nesheiwat had claimed a degree from the University of Arkansas School of Medicine but actually graduated from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine.
This discrepancy would have complicated her confirmation process.
With Dr. Means now positioned to become the nation’s top medical spokesperson, Americans can expect a Surgeon General who challenges the status quo of American healthcare.
This will mean focusing on prevention, nutrition, and natural approaches to health rather than simply promoting pharmaceutical solutions and government mandates.
Ultimately, the appointment signals Trump’s commitment to transforming America’s approach to public health, moving away from the mandate-heavy policies of previous administrations toward empowering individuals to take control of their own health.
