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Outbreaks show limits of US ability to safeguard produce from Mexico
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Cassandra Garrison Reuters , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Food and Drug Administration has experienced a significant reduction in staff, with employment numbers dropping by 22% this year compared to 2024.
Recent outbreaks have highlighted the challenges the US faces in ensuring the safety of produce from Mexico. The Food and Drug Administration has experienced a significant reduction in staff, with employment numbers dropping by 22% this year compared to 2024. Further information on this topic can be found in the Waco Tribune-Herald, which reports that the decrease in FDA employment is partly due to workforce cuts implemented under President Donald Trump.
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Category: local Published: August 15, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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