As Kennedy Takes on Food Policy, Companies Push Back

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary, has proposed a federal review of all new food ingredients, a sweeping food policy initiative that is still in early stages despite his recent claims of progress. The proposal has drawn fierce industry opposition from food companies concerned about the regulatory burden and potential barriers to product innovation. Kennedy's overhaul of food safety oversight reflects the Trump administration's broader push to scrutinize additives and ingredients in the U.S. food supply. The plan would represent a significant expansion of federal authority over food manufacturers, who argue that existing safety protocols are already stringent. The outcome will likely depend on how the White House navigates the competing demands of tightening food standards while managing industry pushback and implementation challenges.