Trump's Surgeon General Nominee's Childhood Tragedy: Accidental Shooting of Father
TL;DR
Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for Surgeon General, was involved in a tragic accident at age 13 when she accidentally knocked over a gun, resulting in her father's death. This incident, along with her mother's career in nursing, inspired her to pursue medicine. Nesheiwat's nomination has drawn attention due to her personal history and her role as a Fox News contributor. The incident was deemed a 'freak accident' by police, and Nesheiwat has not publicly detailed her involvement until now.
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