RFK’s Food Policy Priorities Need More Resources to Implement, FDA Nominee Says

RFK’s food policy priorities need more resources to implement, FDA nominee says

Heidi Overton said the agency requires more support to enact mandatory GRAS notifications while also backing a federal standard on ingredient regulation once enough states have taken action.

FDA Confirmation Hearing Gives Update on Abortion Pill Study Under New Leadership

The Biden administration formerly changed the risk evaluation and mitigation strategy, or REMS, and removed the in-person prescription requirement, allowing for unregulated use of the abortion pill.

Senators give little time to food during hearing for FDA chief

The lion’s share of Overton’s confirmation hearing involved prescription drugs, flavored vapes, vaccinations and mifepristone.

‘NO POLITICAL INTERFERENCE!’ Cassidy Sets Demands for Next FDA Commissioner

Chairman Cassidy delivers opening remarks during a confirmation hearing for the next FDA Commissioner, outlining his expectations for the agency’s[...]

‘You’re Not Answering My Question’ | Murray PRESSES Trump’s FDA Nominee In Fiery Hearing

Patty Murray clashes with Trump FDA Commissioner nominee Dr. Heidi Overton during a fiery Senate confirmation hearing. Murray presses Overton on mifepristone, birth control, IUDs, FDA staffing cuts and food safety, accusing the nominee of evading key questions. The heated exchange puts Trump’s FDA agenda and the future of federal health and food safety oversight under intense scrutiny. #pattymurray #trump #fda #heidioverton #uspolitics #breaking…