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UPDATED Aug 20, 2026 at 8:11 PM ET
Aug 19, 2026 at 12:06 AM ET

Trump expected to name Heidi Overton to lead FDA

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Trump is expected to pick conservative policy wonk Heidi Overton to lead the FDA. Overton opposes abortion, is wary of peptides, supports limiting vaccines, and has drawn criticism from MAHA-aligned figures.
WHO: Trump
WHAT: Trump is expected to pick Heidi Overton to lead the FDA.
WHEN: Reported Aug 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: No specific trigger was reported beyond the expectation of an FDA leadership selection.
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