After RFK Jr. cut food safety inspectors, the strained FDA struggles to close the gap

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The potential disruptions to FDA’s inspection force are so great that agency leaders recently expedited plans to hire outside contractors.

That includes notifying consumers, industry and doctors about emerging safety issues, including food recalls, import alerts, drug side effects and supply shortages.

At least 10 food scientists in FDA’s San Francisco testing laboratory were cut, according to an FDA staffer with direct knowledge of the program.

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Author / Journalist: Matthew Perrone, The Associated Press

Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: United States

Topics: Fda approval Donald Trump Nutrition Food and drink FDA Safety DOGE

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Published On: 2025-04-18 @ 18:02:34 (1 days ago)

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