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Trump Eyes Johns Hopkins Surgeon Marty Makary as Leading Candidate for FDA Nomination

Nov 20, 2024, 11:42 PM

President Donald Trump is reportedly considering Marty Makary, a renowned surgeon and Professor of Public Health at Johns Hopkins, as a top choice for the nomination to lead the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Sources indicate that Makary, a vocal critic of COVID-19 vaccine mandates and an advocate for natural immunity, is seen as the leading candidate for the position. His potential appointment has garnered attention due to his independent thinking and his stance against pharmaceutical industry interests. The FDA oversees the safety and efficacy of drugs and medical devices.