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Dr. Scott Gottlieb says Trump FDA pick Heidi Overton "could be a strong candidate"

Dr. Scott Gottlieb says Trump FDA pick Heidi Overton "could be a strong candidate"

Summary

Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former head of the FDA, said that President Trump's choice, Dr. Heidi Overton, to lead the FDA could be a strong candidate because of her experience in policy work.

Key Facts

  • Dr. Scott Gottlieb used to lead the FDA.
  • He now works with Pfizer and United Healthcare.
  • He spoke on the show "Face the Nation."
  • He supports President Trump's pick, Dr. Heidi Overton, for FDA leader.
  • Gottlieb believes Overton has a strong background in policy.
  • The FDA is the agency responsible for regulating food and drugs in the U.S.
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