Analysis Summary:

The article's accuracy is mixed. While it correctly states Trump nominated Dr. Casey Means as Surgeon General, it contradicts earlier reports of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat being the initial pick. The article exhibits moderate bias through selective reporting and omission of context regarding the initial nomination.

Detailed Analysis:

• Claim:** Trump announces new Surgeon General pick, Dr. Casey Means.
  • Verification Source #2: Supports that Casey Means was considered for a top health post during Trump's transition.
  • Verification Source #3: Mentions Casey Means in the context of "Means for Our Health."
  • Verification Source #4: Fails to cover this specific claim.
  • Verification Source #5: Contradicts this claim, stating Janette Nesheiwat was the initial pick.
• Claim:** Trump withdrew the nomination of his first pick, a former Fox News contributor.
  • Verification Source #5: Supports that Janette Nesheiwat, a former Fox News contributor, was Trump's initial pick for Surgeon General.
  • Verification Source #1, #2, #3, #4: Fail to cover the withdrawal of the initial nomination.

Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:

• Verification Source #5: States, "Janette Nesheiwat, a medical doctor and former Fox News contributor, will be nominated to be surgeon general, President-elect Donald Trump announced Friday." This contradicts the claim that Casey Means was the only nominee.
• Verification Source #2: Indicates Casey Means was considered for a health position.
• Verification Source #3: Mentions Janette Nesheiwat as Surgeon General.
• The article omits the initial nomination of Janette Nesheiwat, presenting a potentially biased view by focusing solely on Casey Means.