Cyclosporiasis Outbreak – Political Pressure & FDA Admission
Senator Blumenthal presses FDA and Taylor Farms; FDA admits false-positive test on Taylor Farms lettuce but still points to Mexico facility. Lawsuits, drug shortage, and bipartisan bill add pressure. 18,000+ cases, ongoing investigation. New: Alabama reports 28 cases with two restaurant clusters outside Taco Bell, reinforcing undercount.
Sources (2)
Updated Aug 2, 2026