Latest / Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Trump Nominates Controversial FDA Pick | Dayton News
Trump shocks the nation by nominating Dr. Heidi Overton — a physician and longtime health policy advisor — to lead the FDA, despite her past support for reducing childhood vaccination mandates. After two other top contenders declined, Overton emerges as the third choice, drawing immediate backlash from medical experts and lawmakers like Senator Patty Murray, who labels her an “anti-abortion extremist.” Trump defends her as a “rockstar” and scientific powerhouse, pledging her role will bolster America’s global leadership in innovation — even as critics warn her appointment threatens public…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.