Trump moves to oust FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
President Trump has signed off on a plan to remove FDA Commissioner Marty Makary after a turbulent tenure marked by agency conflict and policy reversals.
First reported
By New York Post on May 7, 2026 at 1:10 PM EDT
Last update
May 9, 2026 at 7:14 AM EDT
38 sources write about this
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In brief
Facts about this story
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Trump signed off on a plan to remove Makary, a senior administration official told CNN on May 8, 2026.
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The White House is considering naming the FDA's food division chief as acting commissioner in the interim, according to U.S. News sources.
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Makary first blocked and then approved flavored vape products, a reversal that strained his standing with MAHA-aligned officials.
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Broader disputes over mifepristone, vaccine guidance, and drug approvals also factored into the administration's decision, per reporting.
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Makary publicly disputed reports of his firing, though multiple White House sources confirmed his departure was planned.
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Biotech shares in at least one company moved upward following news of the potential leadership change at the FDA.
How outlets are covering it
14 hr ago
Trump weighs firing Dr. Marty Makary as FDA chief
“NBC frames the situation as still under deliberation, emphasizing that a final decision had not been publicly confirmed.”
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Trump Plans to Fire F.D.A. Commissioner Marty Makary
“The Times presents the firing as a settled plan rather than a consideration, citing sources with direct knowledge.”
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Trump Planning to Fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
“CNN leads with the detail that Trump personally approved the move, attributing the claim to a named senior official.”
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Makary to leave as FDA commissioner after tumultuous year, White House source says
“Politico uses language of departure rather than firing, softening the framing while still confirming the outcome.”
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Trump Plans to Fire FDA's Makary After Tumult at Agency
“The New York Post focuses on the vape approval reversal as the specific political trigger for Makary's downfall.”
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17 hr ago
Trump signs off on ousting FDA chief, senior official says
“The Guardian broadens the story to institutional credibility, framing the episode as part of a wider collapse in FDA public trust.”
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14 hr ago
Why FDA Commissioner Makary is on the ropes after months of turmoil
“The Independent highlights the abortion pill and vaccine policy disputes as central grievances behind the firing plan.”
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2 days ago
White House prepares to replace FDA leader Marty Makary amid agency turmoil
“U.S. News breaks out the succession question specifically, focusing on who might assume the acting role rather than the firing itself.”
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2 days ago
Knives out for FDA headMarty Makary after he blocks, then OKs vape flavors
“New York Post summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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14 hr ago
White House prepares to replace FDA leader Marty Makary amid agency turmoil
“The Philadelphia Inquirer summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Trump plans to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
“The Seattle Times summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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14 hr ago
Trump reportedly plans to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
“Ars Technica summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Trump reportedly plans to fire FDA Commissioner Makary
“STAT News summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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19 hr ago
Trump planning to fire FDA chief Makary, WSJ reports - AOL
“Aol summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 hr ago
'The FDA is a complete mess': Trump makes fate of agency chief unclear as public trust plummits
“The Guardian summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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14 hr ago
Dr Marty Makary: Why Trump wants to remove FDA chief days after e-cigarette move
“Hindustan Times summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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19 hr ago
Trump planning to fire FDA chief Makary, WSJ reports
“Reuters summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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18 hr ago
Trump Planning To Fire FDA Commissioner: WSJ
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20 hr ago
Exclusive-White House Considering Naming FDA Food Chief as Acting Commissioner-Sources
“U.S. News & World Report summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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11 hr ago
Trump plans to fire Food and Drug Administration chief
“Dawn summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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19 hr ago
Trump 'signed off on plan' to fire FDA commissioner who slow-walked flavored vapes
“Raw Story summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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16 hr ago
Trump's MAHA Goon Faces Axe Over Vaping Blow Up
“The Daily Beast summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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18 hr ago
Donald Trump planning to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary: Report
“Business Standard summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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1 day ago
EXCLUSIVE: FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Says He's Taking Politics Out Of Science
“The Daily Wire summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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19 hr ago
Replimune shares surge on report Trump to dismiss FDA chief Makary By Investing.com
“Investing.com India summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Trump Plans to Fire FDA Chief Makary, WSJ Reports
“Medscape summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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18 hr ago
Trump Reportedly Planning to Fire His FDA Commish in Latest High-Level Sacking
“Mediaite summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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10 hr ago
Trump plans to fire US FDA chief Makary, say sources
“Free Malaysia Today summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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11 hr ago
Trump plans to fire FDA's Makary after tumult at agency
“ArcaMax summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Trump signs off on ousting FDA head Makary over handling of abortion pill, drug approvals and vaccines
“The Independent summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Trump plans to fire FDA chief Marty Makary
“Washington Examiner summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Trump to Fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Soon
“The Daily Signal summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Trump plans to fire FDA chief Marty Makary: report
“Fierce Pharma summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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Trump signs off on plan to oust embattled FDA Commissioner Marty Makary: report
“BioSpace summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Trump Plans to Fire FDA Chief, Report Says
“MedPage Today summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
White House prepares to replace FDA leader Marty Makary amid agency turmoil
“Daily Herald summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
US reports claim Trump plans to fire FDA chief, he denies
“Ynetnews summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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2 days ago
Report: Trump Planning on Firing FDA Commissioner Martin Makary
“Halfwheel summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”
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Sources covering this story
38 sources write about this
38 articles tracked
Makary to leave as FDA commissioner after tumultuous year, White House source says
May 8, 2:07 PM
White House prepares to replace FDA leader Marty Makary amid agency turmoil
May 7, 8:00 PM
Knives out for FDA headMarty Makary after he blocks, then OKs vape flavors
May 7, 1:10 PM
White House prepares to replace FDA leader Marty Makary amid agency turmoil
May 8, 5:44 PM
'The FDA is a complete mess': Trump makes fate of agency chief unclear as public trust plummits
May 9, 6:00 AM
Dr Marty Makary: Why Trump wants to remove FDA chief days after e-cigarette move
May 8, 6:06 PM
Exclusive-White House Considering Naming FDA Food Chief as Acting Commissioner-Sources
May 8, 12:04 PM
Trump 'signed off on plan' to fire FDA commissioner who slow-walked flavored vapes
May 8, 1:38 PM
EXCLUSIVE: FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Says He's Taking Politics Out Of Science
May 8, 5:35 AM
Replimune shares surge on report Trump to dismiss FDA chief Makary By Investing.com
May 8, 1:34 PM
Trump Reportedly Planning to Fire His FDA Commish in Latest High-Level Sacking
May 8, 2:28 PM
Trump signs off on ousting FDA head Makary over handling of abortion pill, drug approvals and vaccines
May 7, 8:00 PM
Trump signs off on plan to oust embattled FDA Commissioner Marty Makary: report
May 7, 8:00 PM
White House prepares to replace FDA leader Marty Makary amid agency turmoil
May 7, 8:00 PM
Your State Brief
Impact by State
State Impact Score: 0-100
Higher scores mean more direct state-level policy, economic, safety, or service impact.
Maryland
MD
Impact: High
Why: FDA headquarters in Silver Spring employs thousands; leadership change creates immediate local workforce and policy uncertainty.
Local angle: Direct impact on FDA staff and contractors in Montgomery County.
Sources: 3 local, 5 national · Federal impact: High
Massachusetts
MA
Impact: High
Why: Boston-Cambridge biotech cluster heavily regulated by FDA; stock volatility and approval delays expected.
Local angle: Replimune and other Cambridge firms saw immediate share movement.
Sources: 2 local, 4 national · Federal impact: High
New Jersey
NJ
Impact: Medium
Why: Major pharmaceutical corridor with many FDA-reviewed drug makers facing regulatory uncertainty.
Local angle: Companies in the NJ-NY-PA pharma belt monitor new commissioner signals.
Sources: 1 local, 4 national · Federal impact: Medium
California
CA
Impact: Medium
Why: Large biotech and medical device sector subject to FDA oversight; policy shifts affect clinical trials and approvals.
Local angle: Bay Area and San Diego firms watch e-cigarette and drug policy changes.
Sources: 2 local, 3 national · Federal impact: Medium
North Carolina
NC
Impact: Medium
Why: Research Triangle hosts FDA-regulated pharma and tobacco-related firms; vaping policy reversal noted locally.
Local angle: Durham and Raleigh companies track flavored vape and tobacco-harm reduction rules.
Sources: 1 local, 3 national · Federal impact: Medium
New York
NY
Impact: Medium
Why: NYC and upstate biotech presence plus financial markets react to FDA leadership news.
Local angle: Stock trading desks and academic medical centers monitor developments.
Sources: 1 local, 4 national · Federal impact: Medium
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