SaralnamaPaul Offit, a critic of Robert F Kennedy Jr, was removed from the FDA's vaccine advisory committee on 22 Aug 2023. Offit served two four-year terms and was offered a third term until 2027. He filled out the paperwork and was listed as a voting member. However, his name is no longer on the roster. Offit says his forms were cleared by FDA but held up at HHS. He received an email thanking him for his service without explanation. Offit believes his removal may be due to his criticism of Kennedy, the new HHS Secretary. From 23 Aug 2023, the FDA's vaccine committee will continue without Offit. Until a replacement is announced, the committee will have one less experienced member. Next, observers will watch for any changes to the committee's recommendations on vaccines. (Updated 3 Sep 2025, 04:33 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Paul Offit, a critic of Robert F Kennedy Jr, was removed from the FDA's vaccine advisory committee on 22 Aug 2023
- Offit served two four-year terms and was offered a third term until 2027
- He filled out the paperwork and was listed as a voting member