The document provides an overview of the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), detailing its history, organization, responsibilities, and scope of regulation, which includes food safety, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and more. Established in 1906, the FDA is tasked with protecting public health and has an annual budget of $2.3 billion, employing over 11,500 personnel. Recent updates highlight calls for increased regulatory powers and funding, as well as the introduction of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act in 2011 to improve food safety protocols.