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Democrats criticize Trump's nomination of Heidi Overton for FDA chief
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Democrats criticize Trump's nomination of Heidi Overton for FDA chief

August 19, 2026

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President Trump nominated Heidi Overton, an abortion opponent, to lead the FDA. Democrats have criticized the nomination. Overton stood next to Trump as he made false claims about vaccines last week. The article also discusses Alaska political races including Republican Nick Begich III's bid for a second House term and Democrat Tom Begich's advancement to the gubernatorial general election.

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