It is a pause.
The FDA shutdown, as part of the broader federal health agency communication freeze, is currently in effect through February 1, 2025. This pause was initiated by the Trump administration to allow for the review and approval of all public communications, including regulations, guidance, announcements, and social media posts, by political appointees. The directive applies to agencies under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), including the FDA, CDC, and NIH134.The freeze was implemented to ensure that the new administration's appointees could review and approve all public documents and communications, including those related to health advisories, scientific reports, and updates on public health threats. However, exceptions are made for communications deemed critical to health, safety, or national security14.If the shutdown extends beyond February 1, it would likely require further directives from the administration. For now, the pause is set to last until the end of the month
(20min delay)