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May 12, 2026 1 min

Makary Steps Down: FDA's Turbulent Year

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Dr. Marty Makary, the controversial head of the FDA, is stepping down after a tumultuous year marked by internal chaos, political pressure, and criticism from various groups. His tenure was characterized by battles over science versus politics, staff exits, and leadership shakeups. Makarys initiatives, including the use of AI in reviews, face uncertainty as Democrats question their legality. Kyle Diamantas takes over as acting commissioner, with a permanent pick still pending Trumps nomination and Senate approval. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7cffda96283d7b78

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