STAT+: Heidi Overton, Trump’s pick for FDA head, to face questions at Senate hearing

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Heidi Overton, Trump's pick for FDA head, will face questions at a Senate hearing.

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  • Reported by STAT and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:30:00 UTC.

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