Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently announced that the Trump administration will prioritize the removal of fluoride from U.S. public water systems.
Kennedy made the statement on social media, claiming that on the day of the inauguration, the White House will issue guidance to stop adding fluoride to drinking water.
“On January 20, the Trump White House will advise all U.S. water systems to remove fluoride from public water,” he tweeted. He described fluoride as an “industrial waste” linked to various health issues, including arthritis and reduced IQ levels.
In his message, Kennedy referenced a recent ruling from a federal judge, which he claims supports his position. Judge Edward Chen, appointed during the Obama administration, determined that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had improperly approved fluoride, labeling it a “dangerous neurotoxin.”
The judge ruled that fluoride poses an “unreasonable risk” to children’s cognitive development. His decision followed an extensive review of scientific studies and expert testimonies, which concluded that fluoride is hazardous at levels commonly found in U.S. drinking water.
Kennedy emphasized the judge’s findings, which state that fluoride exposure is linked to reduced IQ in children.
Concerns about potential long-term health risks associated with fluoride have also led to a reevaluation of its use in public water systems. Furthermore, a recent report from the Cochrane Review suggests that the dental benefits of fluoridation have diminished.
This report highlights that dental health has significantly improved over the past 50 years, reducing the impact of fluoride on tooth decay.
Regarding his future role in the Trump administration, Kennedy hinted at the possibility of becoming the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS).
During an interview on Fox News, he stated he had discussed his intentions with President Trump and indicated he would like to be in a position to effectively address health issues in the country.
“We don’t know what I’m going to do,” he said. “I talked to the President about it yesterday, and he asked me what I wanted and I said, we’re developing a proposal now. So, I’m not sure whether that’s going to be the most effective.
“I want to be in the White House and he’s assured me that I’m going to have that. I want to be in a position where I’m most effective to end the chronic disease epidemic.”