Friday, 10 Oct 2025
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA
logo logo
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
  • 🔥
  • Trump
  • VIDEO
  • House
  • White
  • ScienceAlert
  • Trumps
  • Watch
  • man
  • Health
  • Season
Font ResizerAa
American FocusAmerican Focus
Search
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
Follow US
© 2024 americanfocus.online – All Rights Reserved.
American Focus > Blog > Health and Wellness > Trump taps biotech investor Jim O’Neill for HHS deputy secretary
Health and Wellness

Trump taps biotech investor Jim O’Neill for HHS deputy secretary

Last updated: November 27, 2024 8:31 pm
Share
Trump taps biotech investor Jim O’Neill for HHS deputy secretary
SHARE

President-elect Trump has put forward biotech investor Jim O’Neill as his nominee for deputy secretary of the Health and Human Services department. This crucial position involves overseeing the daily operations of various sub-agencies within HHS, such as managing the Medicare and Medicaid programs, leading public health emergency preparedness efforts, shaping federal research initiatives, and more. O’Neill would also be responsible for developing and clearing HHS regulations, working closely with Trump’s pick for HHS secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

In a statement posted on the platform Truth Social, Trump expressed confidence in O’Neill and RFK Jr., emphasizing their shared commitment to ensuring the health and well-being of all Americans, particularly the nation’s children. O’Neill’s close relationship with billionaire Peter Thiel, his co-founding of the Thiel Fellowship, and his role as managing director of Mithril Capital Management highlight his extensive experience in the biotech investment sector. Notably, O’Neill currently serves on the board of ADvantage Therapeutics, a biotech company focused on developing therapies for Alzheimer’s disease. His advocacy for longevity medicine and libertarian views further shape his approach to healthcare.

During the previous Trump administration, O’Neill was considered for the position of Food and Drug Administration commissioner, although he ultimately lost out to a more traditional candidate. This time around, Trump is opting for more unconventional picks for key positions, with RFK Jr. leading the charge as a long-time vaccine critic and advocate for improving America’s health. The nomination of Johns Hopkins surgeon Marty Makary, a skeptic of Covid vaccine mandates, for FDA commissioner further reflects this trend.

See also  New studies tie unrecognized deaths and health problems to Maui and LA wildfires

O’Neill’s alignment with RFK Jr. on various health-related issues, including vaccine mandates and concerns about fluoride levels in drinking water, underscores their shared vision for healthcare reform. His past experience as a speechwriter and policy adviser at HHS during the George W. Bush administration provides him with valuable insights into pandemic preparedness, FDA reform, and public health initiatives.

As the role of deputy secretary at HHS requires Senate confirmation, O’Neill may face a smoother confirmation process due to his prior government experience. In the event that RFK Jr. encounters challenges in Congress, O’Neill could potentially serve as acting secretary, ensuring the continuity of leadership within the department. Overall, O’Neill’s nomination signals a shift towards more unconventional and anti-establishment figures in the Trump administration’s approach to healthcare policy.

TAGGED:BiotechdeputyHHSInvestorJimONeillSecretaryTapsTrump
Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article Man City star Rodri ‘cannot respect’ Real Madrid’s Ballon d’Or boycott over Vinicius Junior snub Man City star Rodri ‘cannot respect’ Real Madrid’s Ballon d’Or boycott over Vinicius Junior snub
Next Article Kellie Pickler and Late Husband Kyle Jacobs’ Parents Headed to Court Kellie Pickler and Late Husband Kyle Jacobs’ Parents Headed to Court
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Popular Posts

Inside the women’s hockey powerhouse led by ‘Miracle on Ice’ legend Mark Johnson

Mark Johnson, the legendary coach of the Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team, is a man…

March 13, 2025

California mom behind Ulta retail theft crime ring ordered to pay $3M in restitution

The California mom who pleaded guilty to leading an extensive retail theft crime ring that…

January 22, 2025

Trump’s Withdrawal of Ukraine Aid Could Spark Nuclear War With Russia

Trump's Withdrawal of Ukraine Military Aid Sparks Nuclear War Fears with Russia Recent reports have…

November 15, 2024

AWS CEO Matt Garman on generative AI, open source, and closing services

It was a shock to many when Adam Selipsky announced his departure as the CEO…

October 6, 2024

Devil’s Den murder suspect Andrew James McGann would ‘tickle’ girls, told one, ‘I wish you could be my girlfriend,’ parent at his former school says

Former Teacher Accused of Murdering Parents Displayed Troubling Behavior, Parents Say Andrew James McGann, the…

August 1, 2025

You Might Also Like

Cybersecurity agency that clashed with Trump one of the first hit with federal firings due to government shutdown
World News

Cybersecurity agency that clashed with Trump one of the first hit with federal firings due to government shutdown

October 10, 2025
Secretary of War Hegseth Announces Record Military Recruitment Numbers for FY 2026: ‘Marine Corps Reenlistment Met Year-Long Goal in Only Two Weeks’ (Video) | The Gateway Pundit | by Margaret Flavin
Politics

Secretary of War Hegseth Announces Record Military Recruitment Numbers for FY 2026: ‘Marine Corps Reenlistment Met Year-Long Goal in Only Two Weeks’ (Video) | The Gateway Pundit | by Margaret Flavin

October 10, 2025
The shutdown is poised to deepen hunger in America — just as the Trump administration stopped tracking it
Environment

The shutdown is poised to deepen hunger in America — just as the Trump administration stopped tracking it

October 10, 2025
STAT+: HHS employees to be fired as White House enacts mass terminations it blames on shutdown
Health and Wellness

STAT+: HHS employees to be fired as White House enacts mass terminations it blames on shutdown

October 10, 2025
logo logo
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


Explore global affairs, political insights, and linguistic origins. Stay informed with our comprehensive coverage of world news, politics, and Lifestyle.

Top Categories
  • Crime
  • Environment
  • Sports
  • Tech and Science
Usefull Links
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA

© 2024 americanfocus.online –  All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?