Peter Pitts

Peter Pitts

politician United States

Peter Pitts is a former associate commissioner of the FDA under George W. Bush and a prominent advocate for the agency's importance in public health. He has been vocal about the need for the FDA to attract and retain younger talent, emphasizing that new hires bring fresh ideas and technical skills essential for modern regulatory challenges. Pitts has expressed concern that recent workforce cuts could hinder the agency's ability to effectively manage food and drug safety.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
156,060
Power
9,901$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 7.00 0.05% +0% 331,002,651 156,060 $21,000,000 9,901$
Totals 1 331,002,651 156,060 $21,000,000 9,901$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Peter Pitts, former FDA Associate Commissioner and USIEA Senior Fellow, warned about the dangers of U.S. reliance on Chinese-made pharmaceuticals. 7

Fox News: China holds America's medicine cabinets for ransom, new report warns

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Peter Pitts, a former FDA associate commissioner, emphasized the need for new ideas and enthusiasm in the agency. 7

The Guardian: Trump cuts reach FDA workers focused on food safety and medical devices | Trump administration