FDA commissioner Marty Makary exits, acting head Kyle Diamantas named as podcast discusses impact and Senate health race

The Readout Loud podcast episode focused on health politics, featuring a discussion of FDA commissioner Marty Makary's departure.

Hosts examined why Makary is leaving, which of his policies might remain, and introduced his acting replacement, Kyle Diamantas.

The conversation also turned to the closely watched Republican Senate primary in Louisiana, where Senate health committee chair Bill Cassidy faces two challengers.

Insights were provided by FDA reporter Lizzy Lawrence and Washington correspondent Chelsea Cirruzzo.