The MAHA Takeover Is Complete

Vivek Murthy, the longest-serving surgeon general in U.S. history, emphasized the importance of vaccinations during his tenure, while Casey Means, Trump’s nominee for the role, is known for promoting unconventional health practices like “mitochondrial health” gummies and healthy recipes but has also criticized vaccines on Live TV. Despite her ideological alignment with Kennedy, Means’ reliance on pseudoscience and hyperbolic claims contrasts sharply with her efforts to promote whole foods and better public health education. Her rise highlights both the dangers and potential benefits of conflating wellness culture with official health guidance in an already polarized landscape.