Mass Layoffs, Banned Words, and Misinformation—The FDA’s Growing Crisis

While leaders issue sweeping directives, scientists worry about their ability to protect public health.

As America's FDA struggling with new word restrictions, there is a cultural rift in how authority flows, how people handle uncertainty, and how information moves between levels of government.

What's Happening

• FDA scientists receive list of banned words

• White House claims misinterpretation

• Scientists fear job impacts

• Mass layoffs create confusion

• Communicatio…