(CNN) The White House announced today that the President's former physician, Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson, will serve as assistant to the President and chief medical advisor. Trump has also pushed for Jackson to receive a military promotion, re-nominating him to receive a second star. Jackson first served as White House physician in 2006 during George W. Bush's presidency, continuing in his role under Barack Obama, and then Trump, until his resignation last year. Amid the Pentagon's investigation, Jackson returned to the White House's medical unit as one of the staff physicians. The news also comes ahead of Trump's annual physical exam at Walter Reed next Friday.

Source: CNN February 02, 2019 18:18 UTC