President Donald Trump has named a White House policy aide to lead the Food and Drug Administration. Heidi Overton is the chosen ally, tasked with steadying an agency that has faced challenges. The agency has experienced staff losses and low morale, and has been involved in disputes over vaccines.

Further details about the appointment and the current state of the agency are available. The decision to name Overton to the position is seen as a move to bring stability to the troubled agency.

The appointment is part of efforts to address the issues affecting the Food and Drug Administration, with Overton expected to play a key role in this process.