I hate the whole idea of some appointed Poobah who is nothing more than a figurehead and mouthpiece for the administration.
If it’s going to happen, though, I’d suggest elevating Youngor Jallah. She knows the drill and knows the deal, even if she’s not a highly educated public figure.
It won’t happen precisely because she knows, though. They want a PR flunky.
I have Miss Jallah penciled in as the new Director of the CDC.