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Trump's Administration Targets Contaminated Military Meals

2/17/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is acting to improve food quality at military bases after a study found contaminants in meals.
The Moms Across America study found pesticides and high levels of heavy metals in 100% of sampled meals.
The Department of Defense will implement Real Food Pilot programs at 20 bases, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will enforce stricter fitness standards, and the Army will adopt a new dining model.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration is acting to improve food quality at military bases after a study found contaminants in meals.
The Moms Across America study found pesticides and high levels of heavy metals in 100% of sampled meals.
The Department of Defense will implement Real Food Pilot programs at 20 bases, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will enforce stricter fitness standards, and the Army will adopt a new dining model.