I think it is pretty obvious to neutral observers that the facts do indicate that the FDA had authority that it refused or chose not to use in the situation that we are investigating.
Joe Barton: “I think it is pretty obvious to neutral observers that the facts do indicate that the FDA had authority that it refused…”
On the recordMay 22, 2013
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Barton criticizes the FDA for not using its authority effectively during the meningitis outbreak investigation.
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