Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary is resigning from his role after a tumultuous tenure.
Marty Makary is resigning from his role as FDA commissioner.Jim WATSON / AFP via Getty Images
By Lizzy Lawrence
May 12, 2026
FDA Reporter
Lizzy Lawrence
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