“A large group of CDC employees and I attended today’s memorial for Officer David Rose, whose Tour of Duty ended on August 8 when he responded to shots fired,” Monarez wrote. “The recent change in the adult and children’s immunization schedule threaten the lives of the youngest Americans and pregnant people.”Monarez second choice after WeldonMonarez was President Donald Trump’s second choice for CDC director. Later that month, Trump announced his plans to nominate Monarez in a social media post. Monarez brings decades of experience championing Innovation, Transparency, and strong Public Health Systems,” Trump wrote. “With decades of proven experience as a public health official, Dr. Monarez is ready to take on this challenge.”