Fact Check: The FDA and USDA are responsible for approving the safety of food and drugs but also recall contamin...

Claim: The FDA and USDA are responsible for approving the safety of food and drugs but also recall contaminated products.

Verdict: Correct (95% confidence)

Explanation: According to the FDA's official website, the FDA is responsible for protecting public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and food (FDA.gov). The USDA, through the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), is responsible for ensuring that the nation's commercial supply of meat, poultry, and egg products is safe, wholesome, and correctly labeled and packaged (fsis.usda.gov). Both agencies have the authority to initiate recalls...