Event Brief
Trump to nominate Dr. Heidi Overton to lead FDA
By The BriefBrief · Sources (14)
Filed: Aug 20, 2026 at 1:08 PM ET
Summary: President Trump said he would nominate Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the Food and Drug Administration. Some senators said they will not confirm her, citing claims that she is unqualified and too conservative.
WHO: President Trump; some senators
WHAT: Trump announced he would nominate Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the FDA, while some senators said they would not confirm her.
WHEN: Aug 20, 2026 at 6:55 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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