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Trump taps Heidi Overton to lead FDA

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Donald Trump has decided to nominate Heidi Overton, a White House aide, to serve as the commissioner of the United States Food and Drug Administration. Overton's potential appointment follows the departure of the previous commissioner, Marty Makary, which has caused instability within the agency. Overton currently holds the position of deputy director of the White House Domestic Policy Council and was reportedly considered for weeks before the decision was made. AI

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Trump taps Heidi Overton to lead FDA

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Caitlin Owens ·

    Trump to tap Heidi Overton as FDA commissioner

    <p>President <a href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_blank">Trump</a> has decided to nominate White House aide Heidi Overton to lead the Food and Drug Administration, according to a senior administration official. </p><p><strong>Why it matters: </str…

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