Biden invokes Defense Production Act to address baby formula shortage crisis

President Biden invokes the Defense Production Act to increase domestic production of baby formula amid a nationwide shortage caused by a major recall by Abbott Nutrition and supply chain disruptions. The administration also launches Operation Fly Formula to import formula from overseas and works with FDA to streamline approval processes for foreign formula manufacturers. The shortage affects approximately 40% of the nation's baby formula supply, forcing parents to ration or travel long distances to find formula. The crisis highlights vulnerabilities in the U.S. food supply chain.