Are federal cuts threatening food safety?
Jun 23, 2025•7 min
Episode description
Last week, a listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat meals sold at Walmart and Kroger led to hospitalizations and three deaths. Major DOGE cuts targeted administrative and communications staff at food safety agencies, and some experts worry there could be further weakening of America's food safety systems. We'll hear more. But first: We'll give an update on oil markets and the Middle East, and learn about the work left to do on the big tax and spending bill.
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