Trump reportedly plans to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
Ars TechnicaMay 8, 2026
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President Trump is reportedly planning to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, although the decision is not yet final. This move follows a challenging year for the FDA, marked by controversies surrounding vaccine approvals, gene therapy, and other regulatory issues. The administration has yet to determine who will take over as acting director after Makary's departure.