Shocking Endorsement: Trump Applauds RFK Jr.’s Bold Plan to Eliminate Fluoride from Public Water
At a campaign event in Duluth, Georgia, former President Donald Trump expressed tentative support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s proposal to remove fluoride from U.S. water supplies, despite contradicting public health advice. Trump’s remarks came during an interview with NBC News’ Dasha Burns, where he acknowledged not having discussed the issue with Kennedy but noted it “sounds okay” and that Kennedy could significantly influence public health policy under a potential Trump administration.
Fluoride, added to public water to prevent cavities, is endorsed by the CDC and the American Dental Association, which cite its safety and benefits, backed by decades of research. Kennedy, known for his vaccine skepticism and conspiracy theories, suggested drastic changes to public health policy, such as banning certain vaccines, which Trump did not dismiss outright, describing Kennedy as “talented” with “strong views.”
The Trump campaign has yet to comment on the fluoride discussion. Meanwhile, the focus on Trump’s controversial remarks poses challenges for his campaign. Recent distractions included comments by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe about Puerto Rico and President Biden’s remarks about Trump supporters. Nonetheless, Republicans argue that voters prioritize major issues like crime, unemployment, and the border over these controversies, as noted by Sen. Tim Scott on CNN. They contend that voters in key battleground states are more concerned about issues such as fentanyl crises rather than fluoride debates.
Original Story https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/03/trump-rfk-plan-to-remove-fluoride-from-public-water-sounds-okay.html
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