Kennedy pledges action on Kessler petition, but tiptoes around regulating UPFs

RFK Jr. tells 60 Minutes he will ‘act’ on Kessler petition, but not necessarily regulate ultra-processed foods. Policy action is TBD, but the administration’s anti-UPF crusade continues. Plus, a look at two thorny policies in the House GOP farm bill.

February 17, 2026

Photo by Gage Skidmore.

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