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A deeply troubled drug company fires its CEO, who then unfires himself. Comedy, chaos ensue

  • Adam Feuerstein

By Adam Feuerstein May 23, 2018

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Let’s recap the last 12 hours at Rockwell Medical (RMTI) when crazytown came to visit.

On Tuesday night, the drug maker’s board of directors fired CEO Robert Chioini. Then, as the sun rose on Wednesday morning, Chioini unfired himself, alleging board members may have violated federal securities laws.

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Adam Feuerstein

Adam Feuerstein

Senior Writer, Biotech

Adam is STAT’s national biotech columnist, reporting on the intersection of biotech and Wall Street. He's also a co-host of "The Readout LOUD" podcast.

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