Miami-Dade Mayor Vetoes Fluoride Removal Amid Public Health Concerns

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has vetoed a recent resolution to remove fluoride from the county’s drinking water, emphasizing the importance of fluoridation for dental health, especially for vulnerable families. This decision comes amidst a growing trend in Florida where over a dozen local governments have opted to ban fluoride following Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo's recommendation. Levine Cava, supported by medical experts at a press conference, argued that discontinuing fluoridation could have long-term health consequences. While the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners voted 8-2 in favor of the ban, the mayor highlighted the need for continued dialogue and the scientific backing for fluoride's benefits. Critics, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., advocate against fluoride, citing health concerns, further complicating the public discourse on this issue. The board will meet again on May 6, with questions remaining about the potential for an override of the mayor's veto.