White House moves to fire FDA chief Marty Makary as acting commissioner choice emerges

A possible replacement is already on the table

The White House has reportedly signed off on a plan to fire U.S. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, signaling a potential leadership shake-up at the federal health agency. Sources say the White House is considering naming FDA Deputy Commissioner Kyle Diamantas, who oversees the agency’s food division, as acting commissioner. The move follows heightened fallout tied to controversial drug, abortion, and vape issues.