ICYMI: Van Orden and HHS Secretary Kennedy Highlight Farmers

On Monday, Congressman Derrick Van Orden and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy spoke with Wisconsin farmers in Elk Mound “highlighting the importance of the nation’s farmers.”

“Congressman Derrick Van Orden and the Trump administration remain a steadfast voice for Wisconsin’s farmers. Van Orden continues to deliver real results for the men and women who are the backbone of Wisconsin and America.” – NRCC Spokesman Zach Bannon

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Secretary Kennedy and Congressman Van Orden host roundtable in Elk Mound
WEAU
Kim Leadholm
June 1, 2026

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Congressman Derrick Van Orden stopped in Western Wisconsin, highlighting the importance of the nation’s farmers.

In January, dairy was moved to the top of the food pyramid. Secretary Kennedy also touted the Whole Milk for Healthy Children’s Act. He said that with this, kids are finally getting the nutrients they need to stay healthy.

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Secretary Kennedy and Congressman Van Orden hosted a roundtable discussion at Gilbertson Family Farm in Elk Mound. They discussed why the nation needs to preserve rural farms.

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