Fact Check: A recent USDA investigation documented sanitation concerns, employee hygiene issues, and product con...

Claim: A recent USDA investigation documented sanitation concerns, employee hygiene issues, and product contamination at JBS facilities.

Verdict: Correct (95% confidence)

Explanation: According to ABC17 News, documents detail sanitation concerns and improper employee hygiene at JBS facilities, including issues like touching trash with gloves without sanitizing them. The Star Tribune reports that USDA inspectors documented issues at the Worthington facility multiple times, indicating sanitation concerns. The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) provides background on product contamination, as JBS USA, Inc. recalled ground beef products due to possible foreign matte...