Source: Fox News
Summary
President Donald Trump downplayed reports that he was planning to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary. The rumors started after The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump had pressured Makary to fast track approval for flavored nicotine vapes, which Makary allegedly resisted. Trump told reporters he knew nothing about the reports and that nothing was happening with Makary. Makary has been criticized by pro-life activists for slow-walking a safety review for abortion pill mifepristone and by pharmaceutical and biotech firms for personnel cuts. Some have come to his defense, arguing that calls for his firing are corporate-funded attacks.
Our Reading
Once again, the discussion returns to a familiar question.
President Trump downplays reports, saying he knows nothing about them.
Makary faces criticism from pro-life activists and pharmaceutical firms.
Some defend him, arguing that calls for his firing are corporate-funded attacks.
The situation unfolds like a familiar script, with each side playing their expected role.
The performance of outrage and defense continues, with no clear resolution in sight.
Author: Evan Null
