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Trump Nears FDA Leadership Pick

Updated 2026-08-19 01:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

President Trump is expected to appoint Heidi Overton, a White House adviser and doctor, as the new head of the FDA. The move could reshape regulatory oversight in the pharmaceutical industry.

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STAT+: Trump expected to pick White House adviser Heidi Overton to lead FDA

Heidi Overton, a doctor and White House adviser, is expected to be President Trump's pick to lead the FDA.

2026-08-19 01:18 UTC