Dr. Mehmet Oz, nominated to head Medicare and Medicaid, faced questioning from senators about Republican plans to reduce healthcare spending.
The hearing revealed considerable political maneuvering, with senators focusing on budget debates over directly confronting potential healthcare impacts.
While Democrats raised concerns about significant cuts to healthcare coverage, Dr. Oz adeptly avoided committing to specific positions.
His confirmation process, however, seems to be sailing smoothly despite the considerable political tensions surrounding the matter.
