Trump taps White House adviser Heidi Overton to lead FDA
Summary
President Donald Trump announced he chose Dr. Heidi Overton as the new commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dr. Overton currently works as a top health policy adviser in the White House. She will lead the FDA if the Senate confirms her appointment.Key Facts
- President Donald Trump named Dr. Heidi Overton as FDA commissioner.
- Dr. Overton is a physician and senior White House health policy adviser.
- The announcement was made on President Trump's social media platform, Truth Social.
- The FDA has recently experienced many top staff leaving.
- Dr. Overton would lead the FDA after Senate confirmation.
- The FDA is responsible for regulating food, drugs, and medical products in the U.S.
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