Why does Donald Trump want to remove fluoride from drinking water, and is it harmful? Why has he made it a U.S. election issue?

 Why does Donald Trump want to remove fluoride from drinking water, and is it harmful? Why has he made it a U.S. election issue?

Donald Trump’s proposal to remove fluoride from drinking water has stirred questions about the reasons behind this stance and its impact on public health. Fluoride is added to drinking water in many parts of the U.S. to help prevent tooth decay, with endorsements from major health organizations. However, critics of fluoridation argue that excessive fluoride can cause health issues, such as dental fluorosis (which discolors teeth), potential bone issues, and developmental risks in children. Although scientific consensus holds that regulated fluoride levels are safe, Trump’s stance resonates with those who prefer minimal government intervention in public health measures.

Trump may have elevated this issue to appeal to voters skeptical of federal health mandates and those who support greater personal choice in community water practices. By raising it as an election issue, he frames fluoridation as a matter of government overreach, appealing to voters who prefer local decision-making on health regulations.