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Former RFK Jr adviser accuses Trump officials of corruption over MAHA

Former RFK Jr. adviser Calley Means accuses Trump officials of corruption over MAHA and vaping approvals.

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Key points

  • Calley Means accused Susie Wiles of prioritizing industry interests over voter health for midterm elections.
  • Means alleged former lobbyists influenced the administration on vaping and ultra-processed food policies.
  • James Blair denied promoting flavored vaping specifically and claimed he followed federal law.

Why it matters. The allegations suggest a conflict between public health goals and political strategy within the administration, while officials deny corruption claims.

Updated Sources: CBS News, The Washington Post, The New York Times

Calley Means, a former aide to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., accused White House officials including Susie Wiles of prioritizing industry interests over voter health to aid midterm elections. Means alleged that former lobbyists influenced the administration regarding vaping, ultra-processed foods, and pharmaceuticals while he helped lead efforts to revise dietary guidelines. James Blair denied these claims, stating he followed federal law to ensure a six-month review process for nicotine devices. FDA Commissioner Dr.

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Former RFK Jr adviser accuses Trump officials of corruption over MAHA

Calley Means, a former senior adviser to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has publicly accused several Trump administration officials of corruption. In an interview with Margaret Brennan on CBS News, Means specifically named recently resigned White House chief of staff Susie Wiles among those accused of prioritizing industry interests over voter health. The allegations suggest these actions were part of a strategy to influence the upcoming midterm elections. The full transcript of the interview is available on the CBS News website, detailing the specific accusations against the administration's handling of the MAHA policy.

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