Will Stone

FDA is giving out special vouchers that are intended to expedite the agency's review of the drugs.

It does not mean the drugs are FDA approved yet.

This comes on the heels of an executive order from President Trump that directs federal health agencies to prioritize research on psychedelics.

Scientific interest in these drugs for treating mental health has grown substantially in the last few years, though an effort to get MDMA approved for treating PTSD fell short in 2024.

Will Stone, NPR News.

Kennedy listed his agency's accomplishments on issues like drug price negotiations and new dietary guidelines.

Meanwhile, Democrats grilled him on the $16 billion in proposed cuts and the agency's efforts to weaken the vaccine schedule.

News broke during the hearing when President Trump announced he was naming Dr. Erica Schwartz to head the CDC.

Schwartz served as chief medical officer of the U.S.

Coast Guard and deputy surgeon general in the first Trump administration.

Will Stone, NPR News.

Kennedy listed his agency's accomplishments on issues like drug price negotiations and new dietary guidelines.

Meanwhile, Democrats grilled him on the $16 billion in proposed cuts and the agency's efforts to weaken the vaccine schedule.

In one exchange, Representative Linda Sanchez asked him about the death of an unvaccinated child in Texas from measles.

It's possible, certainly.

News broke during the hearing when President Trump announced he was naming Dr. Erica Schwartz to head the CDC.

Schwartz served as chief medical officer of the U.S.

Coast Guard and deputy surgeon general in the first Trump administration.

Will Stone, NPR News.

This is completely irresponsible and disgusting.