STAT+: Senators highlight the power Chris Klomp wields at confirmation hearings
Chris Klomp has already played a major role in the Trump administration and its Make America Healthy Again agenda.
WASHINGTON — During a span of two days, lawmakers from two essential committees focused on the extent of authority that Chris Klomp already possesses, and how he would utilize this power if confirmed as the second-in-command to health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Klomp, nominated for the position of deputy secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, has already played a significant role in the Trump administration's Make America Healthy Again initiative.
He has contributed to the negotiation of agreements with pharmaceutical firms to provide lower prices, conducted searches for prominent hires, and served as a liaison between HHS and the White House. Klomp stated to the Senate Finance Committee on Tuesday, "Part of my responsibility is to enable the smooth operations of the department.
I'm responsible for personnel, among other things." "My job is to ensure that we have everything," he added. The senators underscored Klomp's growing influence and potential impact if appointed to the crucial role.
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