Senate committee advances Dr. Nicole Saphier’s nomination for surgeon general

On Wednesday, the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee voted along party lines, 12-11, to advance the nomination of Dr. Nicole Saphier for U.S. surgeon general. Saphier, a radiologist and former Fox News Channel contributor, is President Donald Trump's third nominee for the position.

The committee's action moves Saphier a step closer to full confirmation, setting up a potential floor vote in the Senate. According to reports, this legislative step occurs during the final week of the Senate's current session.