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

Trump taps Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the FDA

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President Trump has selected Dr. Heidi Overton, a top White House health policy aide, to lead the Food and Drug Administration. Overton’s support for Trump’s health agenda, including efforts to overhaul the childhood vaccine schedule that drew criticism from medical experts.
WHO: President Trump; Dr. Heidi Overton
WHAT: Trump tapped Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the Food and Drug Administration.
WHEN: Reported Aug 19, 2026 at 6:40 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: This is a presidential appointment to lead the FDA.
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