Jeff Louderback
Reporter
Jeff Louderback covers news and features on the White House and executive agencies for The Epoch Times. He also reports on Senate and House elections. A professional journalist since 1990, Jeff has a versatile background that includes covering news and politics, business, professional and college sports, and lifestyle topics for regional and national media outlets.
LATEST
Businesses in Iconic Chimney Rock Are Hoping for a Big Summer After Helene
Local officials are targeting Memorial Day for re-opening restaurants and shops in the popular North Carolina tourist destination.
5 Things to Know About Susan Monarez, Trump’s New CDC Nominee
Monarez, the agency’s acting director, would be the first non-physician to become the permanent head of the CDC since the early 1950s.
Senate Confirms Makary as Head of FDA
The Johns Hopkins surgeon and researcher is aligned with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again platform.
Senate Confirms Bhattacharya as NIH Chief
The former Stanford University professor was outspoken about COVID-19 pandemic measures.
Senate Panel Advances Nominations for NIH, FDA Heads
Dr. Marty Makary and Dr. Jay Bhattacharya must receive a Senate majority vote to gain confirmation for their posts.
Western North Carolina Faces Ongoing Wildfire Threats in Aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Local, state, and federal authorities are working to mitigate the potential for widespread fires.
5 Takeaways From FDA Nominee Marty Makary’s Hearing
Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle peppered the nominee with questions about flu vaccines, mifepristone, and other issues.
HHS Pauses Multimillion-Dollar Contract to Develop New COVID-19 Vaccine
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the 90-day stop work order with Vaxart Inc. before clinical trials were set to begin.
USDA Secretary Rollins Instructs Agency to Stop Illegal Immigrants From Getting Food Stamps
Brooke Rollins, who was confirmed as agriculture secretary earlier this month, said the directive follows the president’s Feb. 19 executive order.
Vivek Ramaswamy Announces Candidacy for Ohio Governor
The Ohio-born biotech entrepreneur, who still lives in the state, launched his bid a month after leaving DOGE.
