Coverage dated October 14, 2024

USDA launches an internal investigation into the deadly Boar’s Head outbreak

Headline from WTOP Washington DC

U.S. Agriculture Department officials have launched an internal investigation into how the agency handled reports of serious problems at a Boar’s Head deli meat plant tied to a deadly listeria outbreak, a lawmaker said Tuesday.

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  1. WTOP Washington DC

    USDA launches an internal investigation into the deadly Boar’s Head outbreak (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    U.S. Agriculture Department officials have launched an internal investigation into how the agency handled reports of serious problems at a Boar’s Head deli meat plant tied to a deadly listeria outbreak, a lawmaker said Tuesday.

  2. Portland Press Herald

    USDA launches internal investigation into how it handled the deadly Boar’s Head outbreak (opens Portland Press Herald)

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    USDA Inspector General Phyllis Fong is looking into how federal investigators and state inspectors responded to dozens of reports of problems including mold, insects, dripping water and meat and fat residue on walls, floors and equipment.

  3. NBC Chicago

    USDA launches internal investigation into handling of deadly Boar's Head listeria outbreak (opens NBC Chicago)

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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture has launched an internal investigation into the agency's handling of repeated sanitary violations at a Boar's Head plant in...

  4. The Hill

    USDA watchdog opening investigation into agency handling of Boar’s Head outbreak (opens The Hill)

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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s internal watchdog has opened an investigation into the agency’s handling of violations at a Boar’s Head plant that led to a multi-state listeria outbreak, according to a Democratic lawmaker. Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.

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