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U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly ordered the dismissal of the federal government’s top vaccine regulator, overriding objections from key health officials, according to Politico. The decision, confirmed by four sources familiar with the matter, bypassed Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary, both of whom opposed the move.
The unnamed regulator played a critical role in overseeing vaccine approvals and safety protocols within the FDA, a position considered vital amid ongoing debates over vaccine policy in the United States. Trump’s order highlights escalating tensions between the White House and federal health agencies, raising concerns about political influence in scientific decision-making.
The removal is part of Trump’s broader reshaping of federal health leadership, which has seen multiple high-profile departures since his return to office. Critics argue that these shake-ups risk undermining public trust in vaccine oversight, while supporters claim they reflect Trump’s push to streamline regulatory processes and challenge what he describes as entrenched bureaucracy.
The White House has yet to issue an official statement regarding the dismissal or name a replacement. The FDA also declined to comment. This latest move follows ongoing policy disputes between Trump and health officials over vaccine mandates, distribution strategies, and safety evaluations, issues that remain central to the administration’s public health agenda.
Observers warn the decision could significantly impact upcoming vaccine approvals and signal further shifts in U.S. health policy under Trump’s leadership, with potential implications for both domestic and global vaccine programs.
