President-elect Donald Trump has chosen celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz to run the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, which oversees coverage for over 160 million Americans. Oz’s previous investments in health care, tech, and food companies could pose conflicts of interest, with stakes in UnitedHealth Group, pharmaceutical firms, and tech companies like Amazon. It’s unclear if Oz would divest from these holdings if confirmed. Critics question his ability to act in the public interest due to his financial ties to these industries. Oz has also proposed expanding Medicare Advantage plans, which could require large new taxes.
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TV’s Dr. Oz Invested in Businesses Regulated by Agency Trump Wants Him To Lead
