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Dr. Mehmet Oz holds millions from companies that he'd wield power over if confirmed, report shows


Published on 2025-02-20 17:41:02 - News4Jax
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  • Dr. Mehmet Oz holds millions of dollars worth of shares in health insurance, fertility, pharmaceutical and vitamin companies.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, a Republican Senate candidate from Pennsylvania, holds millions of dollars in investments in companies that he would have significant influence over if elected, according to a report by the watchdog group Accountable.US. The report highlights that Oz's financial interests include investments in major pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Merck, as well as in health care and technology firms. These investments could potentially lead to conflicts of interest, especially given his potential role in shaping health care policy and regulations. The report suggests that Oz's financial ties could influence his legislative decisions, raising concerns about his ability to serve impartially. This scrutiny comes at a time when transparency and conflicts of interest in politics are increasingly under public and media examination.

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