José Andrés Resigns Amid Trump Dismissal Claims

Chef José Andrés responded to his dismissal from the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition by President Donald Trump, clarifying that he had already submitted his resignation as his two-year term had concluded. Trump announced the dismissal in a Truth Social post, stating that Andrés and others were 'not aligned with our vision to Make America Great Again.' In his response, Andrés praised his fellow council members and emphasized the importance of bipartisan efforts in promoting health and fitness, urging Trump to prioritize people over politics. He also highlighted his accomplishments during his tenure, including partnerships aimed at increasing access to sports and health programs for children. Andrés, who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Biden for his humanitarian work, has a history of public disagreement with Trump, dating back to a 2015 controversy over derogatory comments made by Trump about Mexican immigrants. He concluded his statement by calling for unity and collaborative efforts to uplift American communities.