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On the recordOctober 26, 2023
the GAO reported that private equity backed IRBs, I am going to quote here, 'are beholden to their clients or equity holders.'
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Elizabeth Warren
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Warren highlights concerns about private equity influence on IRBs and patient safety.

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