Governor Landry appoints Greenstein to lead Louisiana health department again

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has appointed Bruce Greenstein as the new Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health, marking his return to the position he previously held under Governor Bobby Jindal from 2010 to 2013. Greenstein comes with extensive experience in healthcare, having also served as Chief Technology Officer at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services during the Trump administration. His reappointment follows the retirement of Michael Harrington and comes despite Greenstein's controversial past, including perjury charges that were dropped after a lack of evidence. Landry expressed confidence in Greenstein’s qualifications, highlighting his understanding of healthcare systems. Greenstein has emphasized his commitment to addressing Louisiana's healthcare challenges and ensuring better health outcomes for residents. His confirmation will require approval from the Louisiana Senate, which convenes soon.