FDA Chairman Calls for Mandatory Testing of Food for Lead and Other Toxins

Dr. Robert Califf urges Congress to legislate required testing in food manufacturing, highlighting recent health scares linked to lead contamination.

FDA Chairman Dr. Robert Califf advocates for Congress to mandate testing for lead and other harmful chemicals in food products.
Recent incidents, including lead-contaminated cinnamon applesauce that sickened children, underscore the urgency of regulatory changes.
Consumer Reports calls for removal of Lunchables from school menus due to high levels of lead and sodium.
A coalition of 20 attorney generals has urged the FDA to enforce stricter testing protocols for children's food products.
Califf describes the FDA's role as a referee, emphasizing the need for legislative support to enforce food safety regulations.