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Former Trump food official calls for independent review of federal government response to Cyclospora outbreak

Former Trump food official calls for independent review of federal government response to Cyclospora outbreak

Summary

Frank Yiannas, a former FDA Deputy Commissioner who worked under President Trump and President Biden, criticized how the U.S. government responded to a Cyclospora outbreak. He urged for an independent review to better understand and improve handling of such outbreaks.

Key Facts

  • Frank Yiannas served as FDA Deputy Commissioner under President Trump and President Biden.
  • Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause foodborne illness.
  • Thousands of Americans have been affected by the Cyclospora outbreak.
  • Yiannas expressed concerns about the federal government’s response to this outbreak.
  • He recommended an independent review of the government’s actions regarding the outbreak.
  • The review aims to find ways to improve food safety responses in the future.
  • Yiannas made these comments in an interview with Politico.
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