Tom Price

Thomas Edmunds Price (born December 8, 1954) is an American physician and politician who served as a U.S. Representative from Georgia's 6th congressional district from 2009 to 2017. Born in Michigan and raised in Tennessee, Price earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan and established a career in orthopedic surgery before entering politics. As a congressman, Price served on the House Committee on Ways and Means and became a prominent voice in healthcare policy discussions, particularly advocating for market-based approaches to healthcare reform. His prominence in healthcare policy led to his appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Donald Trump in 2017. However, his tenure was brief, lasting only months before he resigned amid controversy over his use of private aircraft for government travel, which attracted significant public criticism and calls for his resignation. Prior to and after his government service, Price has remained involved in healthcare policy discussions and political commentary. His career reflects the intersection of medical expertise and political leadership in shaping American healthcare policy, though his tenure at HHS remains somewhat controversial.