AMA: Becerra confirmation is welcome news as health challenges await

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Statement attributable to:
Susan R. Bailey, MD
President, American Medical Association

“The American Medical Association welcomes Senate confirmation of Xavier Becerra to be the next secretary of Health and Human Services. His leadership will be tested early as he arrives amid a pandemic and challenges to the Affordable Care Act. The AMA believes he is the right person for the job and looks forward to working with him to ensure that all Americans have access to quality health care during this perilous time.” 

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