May 14, 2026 · Public Services, Science & Humanitarian Impact

Confirmed

Supreme Court Keeps Mifepristone Available by Mail as the FDA Declines to Defend Its Own Rule

The Supreme Court on May 14 extended its hold on a Fifth Circuit ruling that would have barred mailing mifepristone, allowing the drug to continue being distributed by mail and telehealth while litigation continues in...

May 12, 2026 · Personnel, Competence & Administrative Failure

Confirmed

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Resigns After 13 Months Amid a Fight Over Flavored Vapes

Marty Makary resigned as commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration after 13 months in the job, with the announcement reported on May 12 and 13. Coverage identified White House pressure to authorize flavored vaping...