Industry

FTC asks court to hold Martin Shkreli in contempt over pharma ban

The FTC and seven states asked a federal court to hold Shkreli in contempt, alleging he violated a lifetime ban on involvement in the pharmaceutical industry.

Reported by 3 outlets Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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