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CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the role

First seen Oct 27, 2026, 11:07 AM ET · Updated Oct 27, 2026, 4:25 PM ET · 2 outlets

2 outlets (NBC News and NYT) are covering this story.

How outlets are covering this: 2 outlets ran their own headlines on this story. Both headlines use “deputy”, “months”, “CDC's”, “director”. Distinct wording: NBC News uses “depart” and “four”; NYT uses “Trump-Appointed” and “Jennifer”. (Computed from the headlines below.)

• NBC News reports: “Dr. Jennifer Shuford, the CDC’s deputy director, is leaving the agency after less than five months. It’s the latest example of the leadership turnover that has roiled the CDC.”
• NYT reports: “News of Dr. Jennifer Shuford’s exit comes as the C.D.C. faces criticism over its response to measles outbreaks around the country.”

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• NBC News: CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the role
• NYT: Trump-Appointed CDC Deputy Director Jennifer Shuford Resigns After 4 Months

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