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August 19, 2026

Trump Nominates Dr. Heidi Overton as FDA Commissioner Amid Controversy Over Abortion and Vaccine Policies

  • President Trump has nominated Dr. Heidi Overton, a senior White House adviser, to lead the FDA, following the resignation of Marty Makary in May.
  • Overton has called for limiting access to abortion medications and has made controversial claims regarding vaccine safety, including recent changes to federal vaccination guidelines.
  • If confirmed, Overton will manage the FDA amid ongoing tensions over health policy changes and will oversee critical issues related to drug approval and public health.

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