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Trump Nominates Dr. Heidi Overton to Lead FDA

President Donald Trump said he will nominate Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the Food and Drug Administration. Some senators have said they will not confirm her, calling her unqualified and too conservative. If confirmed, she would head the agency that oversees food, drugs and medical devices.

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If confirmed by the Senate, Overton will become the next head of the agency responsible for overseeing the safety and effectiveness of products including food, drugs and medical devices.

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If confirmed by the Senate, Overton will become the next head of the agency responsible for overseeing the safety and effectiveness of products including food, drugs and medical devices.

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