Trump Effect

Donald Trump is back in office.

Personally and especially as a European — due to the complex geopolitical landscape — I look at this with a mix of preoccupation and curiosity. Now the EU should make decisive steps forward in terms of unity of intent and institutional reforms, or the challenges ahead might be difficult to overcome.

What I can say to my Democratic friends, is that in Italian politics we have seen it all. We are still here. And I am quite sure the robust American democratic system won’t be easily overturned.

In any case, the real winner of this election is an even more astute gambler, and you all know who I am talking about.

But this is not a political column, so let’s go back to food law.

Analyzing Trump’s recent campaign promises, his prior policies, and the Republican platform, here is what we can expect, with pros and cons and a bit of EU comparative perspective.

What will be in fact put into practice is still to be seen, as usual with the man…

Continued Deregulation in Food Safety Standards

This has always been a mantra for the elected President.

• Reduced Federal Oversight: Trump’s administration is likely to continue promoting a reduced role for federal agencies in…