Controversial EPA No. 2 confirmed (Washington Post): Andrew Wheeler, a former coal mining lobbyist and aide to a Senate climate skeptic, was confirmed as the EPA’s number two official by the Senate in a 53-45 vote.
Fake meat goes mainstream (Wall Street Journal): Yesterday, White Castle introduced the vegan “Impossible Burger” at 140 of its locations. Several other faux-meat companies are trying to bring their niche products into the mainstream.
Coalition grows for USDA animal welfare rule (Organic Trade Association): The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Animal Welfare Institute joined the OTA in its lawsuit against the USDA for withdrawing its organic animal welfare rule.