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US Food and Drug Commissioner Marty Makary resigns amid Republican pressure

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US Food and Drug Commissioner Marty Makary has resigned following significant pressure from Republican lawmakers and anti-abortion groups. President Donald Trump announced Makary's departure, stating he was "having some difficulty." Deputy Commissioner for Food Kyle Diamantas will serve as acting head of the agency. AI

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US Food and Drug Commissioner Marty Makary resigns amid Republican pressure

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Reuters ·

    US Food and Drug Commissioner Marty Makary is out, Trump says

    ⁠US Food and Drug Commissioner Marty Makary resigned on Tuesday, President Donald Trump said, the latest leadership change at the federal health department which comes after weeks of public speculation and a mounting pressure campaign. FDA Deputy Commissioner for Food Kyle Diaman…

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