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Trump Nominates Heidi Overton for FDA Commissioner Role

Updated 2026-08-19 00:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

President Trump has nominated White House aide Heidi Overton to lead the Food and Drug Administration, a move that could impact regulatory policies.

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President Trump has decided to nominate White House aide Heidi Overton to lead the Food and Drug Administration, according to a senior administration official. Why it matters: The agency was l
2026-08-19 00:38 UTC
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