Washington, D.C. (WDNews) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary resigned Tuesday, according to President Donald Trump, marking another leadership shakeup within the federal health department.
Multiple reports stated FDA Deputy Commissioner for Food Kyle Diamantas will serve as acting head of the agency while a replacement is selected.
Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Trump commented on Makary’s departure.
“Marty is a terrific guy, but he’s going to go on and he’s going to lead a good life. He was having some difficulty,” Trump said. “The assistant, the deputy is taking over temporarily until we find someone.”
Reuters and other news outlets reported Friday that Trump had approved a plan to remove Makary from the position.
No additional details about the resignation were immediately released.
