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US Senate Narrowly Votes In Favor Of Biden's Nominee Robert Califf To Lead FDA For Second Time

By a narrow vote of 50-46, the Senate has confirmed Robert Califf to run the FDA.

Benzinga · Feb 16, 2022

Senate confirms Robert Califf to become Biden’s FDA commissioner

WASHINGTON — The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Robert Califf to lead the Food and Drug Administration, 50-46, a much narrower vote than when he previously held the position during the Obama administration, though many thought the latest vote could be even closer.

Tribune News Service · Feb 15, 2022

Senate confirms Robert Califf as FDA commissioner

The agency has been without a permanent leader for more than a year.

Axios · Feb 15, 2022

Wyden probes FDA nominee’s views on accelerated drug approvals

WASHINGTON — Senate Finance Chair Ron Wyden, D-Ore., is pressing the White House’s nominee to lead the Food and Drug Administration, Robert Califf, to pledge to crack down on drugmakers’ use of fast-track approval pathways as the nominee seeks the chairman’s support.

Tribune News Service · Feb 7, 2022

Wyden probes FDA nominee's views on accelerated drug approvals - Roll Call

Support from Wyden could be crucial to Robert Califf's FDA confirmation amid concerns from other Senate Democrats.

Roll Call · Feb 7, 2022