Fact Check Team: How does RFK Jr. plan to 'Make America Healthy Again' in the Trump Admin?

President-elect Donald Trump's victory secured him the White House, and he's bringing a former opponent with him. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will be joining the Trump administration in some capacity, and he wants to launch an ambitious anti-chronic disease campaign, titled

What's in the "Make America Healthy Again" Plan?

with NBC News, Kennedy said the "Make America Healthy Again" campaign has several key goals:

While there's no official plan from Kennedy yet, these stated goals align with his long-standing views on public health. He believes that conflicts of interest within the FDA and CDC are contributing to the health issues facing Americans. These are Kennedy's personal opinions, and widespread corruption or conflicts of interest haven't been explicitly uncovered in the FDA or CDC. However, the FDA has previously been criticized for receiving partial funding from companies it's responsible for regulating, according to a report from

Kennedy has also indicated that he wants to advise U.S. water systems to remove fluoride from public water, citing health risks associated with fluoride. While fluoride is widely recognized for preventing tooth decay, Kennedy argues that there are negative health side effects associated with overexposure. According to the CDC, about 63% of the U.S. population received fluoridated water in 2022.

A , published in the National Library of Medicine, shows mixed results on fluoride: while it's effective for preventing tooth decay, it's difficult to control how much each person consumes, leading to potential overexposure. lists risks associated with overexposure to fluoride, including chronic bone and joint issues, cognitive development issues in children, thyroid problems, and more.

Throughout his campaign, Kennedy has highlighted several health concerns about the food industry, particularly around food dyes and additives. He has raised questions about ingredients in American food products that are banned in Europe and elsewhere, claiming that these ingredients contribute to health issues in the U.S., especially among children.

reported that less than half of the safety decisions allowing substances in food were made by federal agencies. The remaining decisions were made independently by manufacturers and a trade association without FDA review, under the classification that the substances were "generally recognized as safe."

According to the Institute of Food Technologists, in the U.S., an estimated 10,000 food additives are currently approved, compared to only . This discrepancy has fueled Kennedy's calls for reform in food regulation, as he believes these additives may harm Americans' health.

There hasn't been an official announcement as to what Kennedy's role will be in the Trump Admin, but their partnership could lead to significant changes in U.S. health policy and substantial shifts in standards around chronic disease, food additives, and public health regulations.