President Barack Obama said Thursday evening during a press briefing that he may appoint an Ebola czar to deal with the ongoing situation in the U.S.
"I will answer this one question about an Ebola czar," the president said at the conclusion of the briefing. "The truth is that up until this point, the individuals here have been running point, and doing an outstanding job in dealing with what is a very complicated and fluid situation."
Obama on possibility of Ebola czar: “It may be appropriate for me to appoint an additional person."
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"It may be appropriate for me to appoint an additional person," the president continued, noting that homeland security advisor Lisa Monaco is focused on defeating the Islamic State while CDC director Thomas Frieden is grappling with the upcoming flu season.
Obama, however, avoided directly confirming that an appointment is imminent, saying at the conclusion of his remarks that he would notify the press if he chooses to create the position.
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