The Vape Friendly FDA: A Cautionary Tale of Regulatory Capture The ouster of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Marty Makary is a stark reminder of the Trump administration's willingness to sacrifice public health for partisan gain.
Makary, a seasoned regulator with a reputation for independence, was forced out after refusing to approve fruit flavored e cigarettes for sale.
Makary's departure is symptomatic of a larger problem: the increasing politicization of regulatory agencies under Trump.