President Trump has appointed Dr. Heidi Overton, a senior health policy aide, to lead the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dr. Overton has supported the president's health initiatives, including proposed changes to the childhood vaccine schedule, which have faced criticism from some medical professionals. The discussion on this appointment was covered by Geoff Bennett and Lauren Gardner of Politico.
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Dr. Heidi Overton appointed to lead the FDA by President Trump
Dr. Heidi Overton has been appointed by President Trump to lead the FDA. Overton has previously supported the president's health policies, including controversial changes to the childhood vaccine schedule.
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