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FDA Reinstates Remote Work Amid Massive Layoffs

4/11/2025

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The FDA is reinstating remote work for some employees after a staggering layoff of 3,400 staff, casting doubt on its capacity to approve new medications. With nearly half of its budget tied to fees from drug and device companies, the agency faces critical challenges ahead.

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The FDA is reinstating remote work for some employees after a staggering layoff of 3,400 staff, casting doubt on its capacity to approve new medications. With nearly half of its budget tied to fees from drug and device companies, the agency faces critical challenges ahead.