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California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, President Joe Biden s nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, testifies during his first Senate confirmation hearing on Feb. 23, 2021.
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President Biden s pick for health secretary – California Attorney General Xavier Becerra – told senators Tuesday that tackling the coronavirus pandemic will be his first priority if confirmed. But he also pledged to expand health insurance, rein in prescription drug costs and reduce racial and ethnic disparities in medical care. To meet this moment, we need strong federal leadership, Becerra said at the first of two hearings on his nomination. I understand the enormous challenges before us and our solemn responsibility to faithfully steward this agency that touches almost every aspect of our lives.
"I will tell you what I believe is the best approach, and that is to let science guide us, and let the experts determine when it is safe, remembering that schools and education are a local issue," Becerra said.
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