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Makary Resigns as FDA Commissioner, Diamantas Appointed Acting Leader
Marty Makary has resigned from his position as FDA Commissioner following increasing pressure. The agency's top food official, Diamantas, will serve as the acting commissioner. (sources: politico, nytimes, foxnews, cbc)
ModernAction Briefing
Marty Makary has stepped down from his role as FDA Commissioner amid various complaints and tensions regarding agency decisions. Diamantas will take over as acting commissioner.
- Marty Makary resigned after facing pressure related to agency decisions, including those on the abortion drug mifepristone.
- Diamantas, the FDA's top food official, has been named the acting commissioner following Makary's resignation.
- The resignation follows complaints from various groups, including some aligned with Trump.
Why it matters
The leadership change at the FDA may impact ongoing regulatory decisions and the agency's direction.
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