Heidi Overton faces Senate hearing on FDA nomination

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Which outlets covered Heidi Overton faces Senate hearing on FDA nomination?

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Who is Dr. Heidi Overton?

Dr. Heidi Overton is President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Food and Drug Administration. Her confirmation hearing before the Senate is scheduled for Thursday.

What issues will senators likely question Dr. Overton on?

Senate lawmakers are expected to focus their questions on Dr. Overton's views regarding vaccines and the abortion pill mifepristone. Concerns about the FDA becoming too political have also been mentioned.

What specific claims have been made about Dr. Overton's past stances?

One report states Dr. Overton has called mifepristone 'dangerous to women'. Another indicates that as a White House aide, she worked to reduce the number of vaccines recommended for children.