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Last month, Abbott received a civil investigative demand from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission seeking information in connection with its probe of companies that participate in bids for formula contracts, according to a financial statement filed Friday with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
The criminal investigation into the case is being conducted by attorneys of the consumer-protection branch of the US Department of Justice, the media outlet reported.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration admits its response to the formula shortage was slowed by delays within the agency.
Damage from severe thunderstorms had halted Sturgis plant operations in mid-June after just two weeks of renewed production.
Republican lawmakers are demanding a briefing and internal communications from the White House on the shortage.