(Washington, D.C.): President Trump is expected to nominate Dr. Heidi Overton to be the next Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dr. Overton currently serves as Deputy Director for the White House Domestic Policy Council, advising President Trump on health policy.
John Mize, CEO of Americans United for Life, stated, “Dr. Overton is the right candidate. She has the scientific and medical background that will enable her to perform an objective analysis of the dangers chemical abortion poses to women. Americans United for Life supports Dr. Overton as the next Commissioner of the FDA.”
Sarah Zagorski, Senior Director of Public Relations and Communications, added, “We believe Dr. Overton has an opportunity to help strengthen restrictions on the chemical abortion regimen, which, in this post-Dobbs era, has raised serious concerns about the safety and well-being of women and girls. Beyond the potential physical risks, the ease with which these drugs can be obtained online may also create opportunities for abuse and violence, particularly when they can be purchased by individuals seeking to place women in dangerous or coercive situations.”
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