NewsThe GuardianMay 13, 2026United States
Kyle Diamantas named acting FDA commissioner
Kyle Diamantas, formerly the FDA's deputy commissioner for food, has been appointed as the new acting commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Diamantas is a former corporate lawyer who previously represented a formula manufacturer in litigation regarding infant health claims.
Read the full story at The GuardianWhy It Matters
The appointment places a former corporate lawyer in charge of the federal agency responsible for regulating food, drugs, and medical devices, which impacts national health safety standards and regulatory enforcement.
Key Facts
- Kyle Diamantas has been appointed as the acting commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
- Diamantas previously served as the FDA deputy commissioner for food.
- Diamantas is a former corporate lawyer.
- Diamantas previously defended a formula manufacturer against legal claims involving harm to premature babies.
Who's Mentioned
organizationUS Food and Drug Administration“The federal agency now led by Diamantas.”otherDonald TrumpotherUS Food and Drug AdministrationpersonDonald Trump“President who described Diamantas as 'very talented'.”otherKyle DiamantaspersonKyle Diamantas“New acting FDA commissioner and former deputy commissioner for food.”