© 2026 Michigan State University Board of Trustees
Public Media from Michigan State University
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

News Wrap: FDA head Marty Makary resigning

Season 2026 Episode 98 | 6m 52s

In our news wrap Tuesday, FDA head Marty Makary is resigning after an uneven tenure at the agency, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is refusing to resign despite growing pressure from within his own party, and FBI Director Kash Patel pushed back against accusations that he drinks to excess on the job and is at times unreachable by his staff.

Major corporate funding for the PBS News Hour is provided by BDO, BNSF, Consumer Cellular, American Cruise Lines, and Raymond James. Funding for the PBS NewsHour Weekend is provided by Consumer Cellular and Cunard Cruise Line. For a complete list of funders for the PBS NewsHour and PBS NewsHour weekend, click here.
Extras
May 12, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Inflation could hit 4% next month and stay elevated for rest of year, economist warns
Hegseth grilled over direction of Iran war and costs for Americans
Inside Izyum, the Ukrainian frontline city facing the threat of a 2nd Russian occupation
Louisiana’s redistricting rush ignites debate over race and representation
What’s at stake as Trump heads to China for talks with Xi
Students question value of college as costs rise and AI reshapes jobs
Helen Zoe Veit and Amna Nawaz discuss picky eaters on 'Settle In'
May 11, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
News Wrap: Supreme Court temporarily extends access to mifepristone