WH Memo Calls For FDA Efforts To Safeguard Imported Drugs, Potentially Paving Way For Reimportation

A leaked policy wishlist from the White House is calling for FDA to “increase overseas inspections to safeguard imported drugs." FDA and HHS leadership have been steadfast in their opposition to importation -- which is eyed by proponents as a way to cut drug costs -- but President Trump pushed the policy during the campaign. It is also possible that the line in the leaked document, which lays out policy recommendations for various agencies, is instead calling for increased funding...