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Yes. His cuts in food safety have literally caused a shitshow.
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This piece critically examines federal food safety policy, agency staffing cuts, and alleged political influence on health agency decisions under the current administration.
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This piece critically examines federal food safety policy, agency staffing cuts, and alleged political influence on health agency decisions under the current administration.
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