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Health Secretary Slams FDA Amid Agency Layoffs

4/11/2025

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. delivered a powerful speech condemning the FDA for prioritizing industry interests over public health. He called on staff to expose mismanagement and championed transparency. His remarks came amid significant layoffs within the agency, affecting crucial divisions that safeguard our food and drug safety.

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. delivered a powerful speech condemning the FDA for prioritizing industry interests over public health. He called on staff to expose mismanagement and championed transparency. His remarks came amid significant layoffs within the agency, affecting crucial divisions that safeguard our food and drug safety.