Trump Likely to Nominate Heidi Overton as FDA Commissioner
By Editor • August 19, 2026 • 1 min read
President Trump is poised to nominate Heidi Overton, currently serving as deputy director of domestic policy, as the next commissioner of the FDA.
Overton has been a key figure in health policy during Trump's second term, engaging with the Health and Human Services Department on various initiatives. However, her nomination will require approval from a Senate committee.
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