FDA Commissioner Resigns Amid Turmoil The sudden resignation of Dr. Robert M. Califf as Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner has sent shockwaves through the agency and beyond.
This development is the culmination of a series of events that have plagued the FDA in recent years, including criticism over its handling of various high profile crises.
Background: The Role of the FDA Commissioner The FDA Commissioner is the chief executive officer of the FDA, responsible for overseeing the nation's food safety and cosmetics regulations.