Trump FDA nominee questioned on vaccines at confirmation hearing

On September 24, 2026, President Trump's nominee to lead the FDA, Dr. Heidi Overton, faced skepticism from Republican senators during her confirmation hearing, particularly on vaccine policy. She reportedly broke with Trump's positions during questioning.

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FDA nominee faces skepticism on vaccines from Republican senators at confirmation hearing

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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Food and Drug Administration appeared to disappoint senators from both political parties Thursday with how she answered questions about medication abortion access during her confirmation hearing. Dr. Heidi Overton also faced skepticism from committee Chairman Bill Cassidy, a Louisiana Republican, about her work on vaccine policy […]