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WASHINGTON — Dr. Scott Gottlieb on Wednesday made his 19th appearance before Congress, this time testifying on his own behalf.

The 44-year-old doctor, investor, and conservative policy wonk, nominated to run the Food and Drug Administration, appeared before a Senate panel for a confirmation hearing, telling lawmakers that he would be an “impartial and passionate advocate for public health.”

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