Palm Bay City Council Votes 5-0 to Remove Fluoride from Tap Water, Influenced by Trump and RFK Jr.

Jan 3, 2025, 02:37 AM

The Palm Bay City Council in Florida has voted unanimously to remove fluoride from the city's tap water, with a final tally of 5-0. This decision is part of a broader movement in Florida, influenced by recent political developments, including the election of Donald Trump and the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Kennedy has been vocal about the health implications of fluoride, advocating for its removal from water supplies across the state. This vote marks another step in a series of similar decisions made by various Florida cities in recent months.