President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs into law the Social Security Act on August 14, 1935. Press photographers snapped pictures as FDR, flanked by ranking members of Congress, signed into law the historic act, which guaranteed an income for the unemployed and retirees. FDR commended Congress for what he considered to be a “patriotic” act.
Roosevelt had taken the helm of the country in 1932 in the midst of the Great Depression, the nation’s worst economic crisis. The Social Security Act (SSA) was in keeping with his other “New Deal” programs, including the establishment of the Works Progress Administration and the Civilian Conservation Corps, which attempted to hoist America out of the Great Depression by putting Americans back to work.
In his public statement that day, FDR expressed concern for “young people [who] have come to wonder what would be their lot when they came to old age” as well as those who had employment but no job security. Although he acknowledged that “we can never insure one hundred percent of the population against one hundred percent of the hazards and vicissitudes of life,” he hoped the act would prevent senior citizens from ending up impoverished.
Oma’s Pride of Avon, Connecticut, is voluntarily recalling one lot of Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe, 6 lb bag (Lot BB012729) because it is contaminated with Salmonella.
** Kettle Cuisine Recalls Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit – Sold Exclusively at Walmart Stores Because of Possible Health Risk. Kettle Cuisine LLC of Savage, MD is recalling Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit – 14oz (397g) because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. To date, the company has received no confirmed reports of illnesses associated with this product.
The recalled product was distributed from 6/30/26 through 7/7/26 exclusively to select Walmart stores in AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV. The recall is being initiated after routine testing conducted by the company produced a presumptive positive result for Listeria monocytogenes.
** Lidl US Recalls Vitasia Asian Style Wok Spice Mix Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination. The recalled product was distributed between 07/24/2026 – 08/10/2026 to all Lidl US retail store locations in Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia.
The recalled product can be identified as follows: Vitasia Chinese Style brand Asian Style Wok Spice Mix, Net Wt 1.58oz (45g), with UPC 4 335619 355491 with Lot # 155846 and BBD JUN 2028, which can be found on the side of the label. The recalled product is packaged in a plastic container with a purple lid.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
This recall was initiated after routine quality testing identified Salmonella present on a lab sample.
Customers should immediately discard or return the recalled product to their nearest Lidl store for a full refund (a receipt is not required for return). Customers who have questions about this recall should call the Lidl US Customer Care Hotline at (844) 747-5435, Monday – Saturday between 8 am – 8 pm ET. ARLINGTON, VA – AUGUST 11, 2026 – Lidl US is recalling one lot of Vitasia Asian Style Wok Spice Mix 1.58 oz (45g) (UPC 4335619355491) with Lot # 155846 and BBD JUN 2028 because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
** Taylor Fresh Foods Recalls Products Made with Jalapeno Peppers Because of Possible Health Risk. Salinas, Calif., August 9, 2026 – Upon notification that Coast Citrus Distributors is voluntarily recalling fresh jalapeños due to potential Salmonella contamination, Taylor Fresh Foods is recalling finished products containing jalapeños subject to this recall. Taylor Fresh Foods is no longer sourcing products from this farmer and will be filling orders from alternative suppliers. The list of recalled products are distributed by Taylor Farms including the branded and unbranded products and corresponding images are provided below.
The recalled products were distributed to retail distribution centers in the following states: AL, AR, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NE, NH, NY, OH, OK, SC, TN, TX, VT, WI, WV with a “Best If Used By” date up to and including August 16, 2026.
To date, Taylor Fresh Foods is not aware of any reported illnesses linked to its products containing jalapeños. Consumers with any questions may contact our customer care team at 855-455-0098 Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm PT.
City Foods, Inc., a Chicago, Ill., establishment, is recalling approximately 3,215 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) pastrami and corned beef products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The RTE pastrami and corned beef products were produced on July 16, 2026, and have a 60-day shelf life. The following products are subject to recall [view labels]:
Various weight 20- to 30-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2-3 pieces of “KIRSCH DELICATESSEN STYLE COOKED CORNED BEEF BRISKET” with case code “19751” printed on the box label.
10-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2- to 5-lb. pieces of “Midamar Premium Beef Pastrami” with case code “19410” printed on the box label.
Various weight 20- to 30-lb. cardboard boxes containing 2-3 pieces of “BEA’S BEST COOKED CORNED BEEF BRISKET” with case code “18919” printed on the box label.
**Whole Foods Market Announces a Recall of Select Salsas, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, and Prepared Foods Products Because of Possible Health Risk. The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to fresh jalapeños supplied by Coast Citrus Distributors. A grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, that supplies to Coast Citrus Distributors was identified as the potential source in this outbreak FDA is currently investigating and can be found here: https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-jalapeno-august-2026. The recalled products were sold online and, in the Produce and Prepared Foods departments in the following states: TX, OK, LA, AR, WI, MI, IL, IN, IA, MO, KY, and OH, with Best Before/By dates of 8/7/2026 – 8/16/2026. The product list is very long. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with these products. Customers who purchased any of the products listed should not consume them.
Please discard the product or bring a valid receipt to any Whole Foods Market store for a full refund. Consumers with additional questions can call 1-844-936-8255 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday, or 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Saturday through Sunday.
** Lexunder Inc Recalls Food to Live Brand Green Powder Products Because of Possible Health Risk,The recalled Food to Live branded products were sold in resealable stand-up pouches and bulk cases, weighing 33, 44, and 55 pounds. The products were sold nationwide. They were sold online to consumers and businesses through foodtolive.com, foodinbulk.com, and other online marketplaces.
Affected lots include SO-72558 through SO-79374, or codes: VFD/ORG/MORP/B/25, C25051312, OSP251001. No other products or lot codes are affected. Consumers with questions may contact Lexunder Inc at (718) 717-1029, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, or at recall@foodtolive.com.
Medline Industries, LP initiated a nationwide recall of Hudson RCI Neonatal/Infant Heated Wire Breathing Circuits. Medline received reports of sporadic failures involving the electrical connector of certain neonatal and infant heated wire breathing circuits. In affected circuits, the heated wire connector (pigtail) at the Neptune humidifier may exhibit discoloration, melting, smoke, burning odor, or other signs of localized thermal damage. To date, reported events have occurred infrequently relative to the number of devices distributed. All product manufactured on or after July 9, 2026 are not under scope of the recall and may continue to be used. Consumers with questions regarding this recall can contact Medline by phone at 866-359-1704 Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm CST or recalls@medline.com.
** Fresenius Kabi Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of One Lot of Morphine Sulfate Injection, USP in a Simplist® Prefilled Syringe Due to Labeling Mix-up.
Consumers with questions regarding this recall can
contact Fresenius Kabi USA Quality Assurance at 1-866-716-2459, Monday through Friday, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. Patients should contact their physician or health care provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to receiving this drug product. productcomplaint.USA@fresenius-kabi.com or adverse.events.USA@fresenius-kabi.com.Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to Fresenius Kabi Medical Affairs or Vigilance departments at 1-800-551-7176,For return kits and 222 forms please contact Inmar Rx Solutions at 1-855-860-7311
** 2026 Recalls of Food Products Associated with Powdered Milk from California Dairies Inc. Due to a Potential Salmonella Risk. On April 20, 2026, California Dairies Inc., recalled bulk powdered milk and buttermilk distributed to multiple wholesale distributors and manufacturers. FDA is working with downstream consignees to determine if additional downstream customer recalls are necessary.
** American Regent, Inc. Animal Health Issues Nationwide Recall of Two Lots of Adequan® Canine and Two Lots of Adequan® I.M. Due to Visible Glass Fiber Material in the Product. uly 31, 2026 – Shirley, NY, American Regent, Inc. Animal Health is conducting a nationwide recall of two lots (25011 and 3369) of Adequan® Canine Injection (for dogs), 100 mg/mL 5mL multi-dose vials and two lots (24416 and 25265P) of Adequan® i.m. Injection (for horses), 500mg/5 mL single-dose 5mL vials to the consumer level. The products are being recalled due to the presence of glass fibers found during testing of internally retained samples. To date, American Regent, Inc. has not received any reports of adverse events related to the recalled lots. Adequan Canine Lot #’s 3369 and 25011 were distributed nationwide to online pharmacies, distributors/ wholesalers and veterinarians in the United States on 05/22/2024 and 04/14/2025 respectively and Adequan i.m. Lot #’s 24416 and 25265P were distributed nationwide to online pharmacies, distributors/ wholesalers and veterinarians in the United States on 05/08/2025 and 01/22/2026, respectively.Customer Service cs@americanregent.com
** Boticelli Foods Recalls Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter Because of Possible Health Risk. Boticelli Foods of Melville NY, is recalling 1 lot of Better Goods Pistachio Nut Butter, NET WT 6.7oz (190g), UPC 194346207961, Lot LB028ACP04, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, Product was manufactured by Gustibus Alimentari Srl of Assoro, Italy, imported by Botticelli, and distributed exclusively by Walmart Inc. of Bentonville, Arkansas. The product was distributed to Walmart retail stores in the following 19 states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Washington, and Wyoming. The recalled product comes in a 6.7oz (190g) glass jar bearing UPC 194346207961 and is identified by Lot Code LB028ACP04, with an expiration date of January 28, 2027 printed on the jar. No other lots of BetterGoods Pistachio Nut Butter are subject to this recall. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this product that we are aware of to date. For any questions associated with this recall, please e-mail quality@botticellifoods.com or call 631-543-7000, extension 203 between the hours of 9am and 5pm EDT.
** Liebel-Flarsheim Company, LLC Issues Recall of OPTIRAY Imaging Bulk Package – 350, 500mL, Vial, Nationwide and Mexico Due to Presence of Particulate Matter. (Ioversol Injection 74% 350 mg iodine/ml) for intra-arterial or intra-venous use to the user level (hospitals, imaging centers, healthcare facilities and clinics, and other potential users of the product) due to the presence of particulate matter comprising polyethylene and other plastic materials, stainless steel, and glass. rxrecalls@inmar.com 1-855-670-3976 -Liebel-Flarsheim Company, LLC, adverse event report –pvreporting@guerbet.com
Product: OPTIRAY Imaging Bulk Package (IBP) 350, 500mL in vial, (Ioversol Injection 74% 350 mg iodine/ml) Multiple -Dose Container. Packaged in cases of 6 vials –
NDC-0019-1333-65, LOT 25ZF3670,
Expiration – May 31, 2027
** Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods Announces a Voluntary Recall Due to Possible Foreign Object. a small sliver of aluminum was discovered in the baking pan used to prepare six of its products. A similar metal fragment was also identified in a Chicken Cobbler product yesterday. Consumers with questions should contact Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods at 804-340-3050, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.www.ukropshomestylefoods.com
Product Name
UPC
NET WT
Shelf- Life Days
Best By Date
State/Retailer
Baked Spaghetti
72251528211
NET WT 14.8 OZ (420g)
7
7/8/26 – 8/5/26
Food Lion -VA, NC Harris Teeter-Wmsbg.VA Kroger-VA, WVA Libbie Market-VA Military RS-VA Publix-VA 25th Street Market_VA Ukrop’s Market Hall Wegmans-Short Pump/Fredericksburg/ Midlothian, VA
Baked Spaghetti – Bulk
72251529211
NET WT 62.4 OZ (3.9lb/1.79kg)
7
7/8/26 – 8/5/26
Food Lion- NC Kroger-VA-WVA Libbie Market-VA Ukrop’s Market Hall
Chicken Cobbler
72251528457
NET WT 11.6 OZ (329g)
7
7/8/26 – 8/5/26
Food Lion-VA, NC Harris Teeter-Wmsbg, VA Kroger, VA-WV Libbie Market-VA Military RS-VA Publix-VA 25th Street Market-VA Wegmans-Short Pump/Fredericksburg/Midlothian/VA
Chicken Cobbler – Bulk
72251529457
NET WT 48 OZ (3lb/1.36kg)
7
7/8/26 – 8/5/26
Food Lion-NC Kroger-VA WVA
Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
72251528044
NET WT 13.8 OZ (391g)
5
7/6/26 – 8/3/26
Food Lion-VA, NC Harris Teeter-Wmsbg, VA Kroger- VA, WV, KY Military Retail – VA Publix-VA 25th Street Market – VA Ukrop’s Market Hall
While several groups on both sides of the political aisle have posted how much they believe ending DACA will cost, the trump admin didn’t and still doesn’t seem to care or understand GDP.
As Americans, some of us believe in the lowercase c for capitalism, so the idea that it would cost approximately $290 billion-plus to end DACA and Deport the Dreamers as well seems like an obvious wtf moment. The logical response would seem to be Nah, we can’t afford to do this, so working this ish out in a reasonable bipartisan way seems much saner… right?
So, the demand to end DACA was heard and being pushed worldwide by the now-former and late AG Jeff Sessions in what seemed like an exciting press conference, at least to him. Yet, those who understood the gravity of the decision fought back. It doesn’t take a Rocket Scientist to understand how GDP works and what its ultimate impact is on our economy. Well, a few civilians get it.
Luckily, the courts stepped in then, but the struggle, the fight, and best efforts for a perfect union continue.
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