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Trump's Glyphosate Order Sparks Health Advocacy Backlash

2/27/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order to boost glyphosate production, eliciting backlash from Make America Healthy Again (MAHA).
Make America Healthy Again advocates, Rep. Chellie Pingree, say the move alienates supporters seeking a health agenda.
Democrats see a chance to reclaim MAHA support, with Sen. Martin Heinrich and Gov. Jared Polis criticizing ties to chemical manufacturers.
Kennedy, Health Secretary, defends the order as essential, despite prior opposition to glyphosate.

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U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order to boost glyphosate production, eliciting backlash from Make America Healthy Again (MAHA).
Make America Healthy Again advocates, Rep. Chellie Pingree, say the move alienates supporters seeking a health agenda.
Democrats see a chance to reclaim MAHA support, with Sen. Martin Heinrich and Gov. Jared Polis criticizing ties to chemical manufacturers.
Kennedy, Health Secretary, defends the order as essential, despite prior opposition to glyphosate.