Trump expected to pick conservative policy wonk Heidi Overton to lead FDA
President Trump is expected to nominate Heidi Overton, a conservative policy aide, as the next FDA commissioner. Overton's background includes medical and public health degrees, though her potential appointment has drawn scrutiny due to her policy stances on vaccines and abortion.
Why it matters
The FDA commissioner role is pivotal for public health regulation, and this nomination reflects the administration's shift in health policy priorities.
Next in line Trump expected to pick conservative policy wonk Heidi Overton to lead FDA She opposes abortion, is wary of peptides, supports limiting vaccines, vexes MAHA.
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