White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a briefing with reporters — 1/7/2026

Summary

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt led a briefing introducing the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, CMS Administrator Mehmet Oz, and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary. Officials emphasized whole, nutrient-dense foods, protein, dairy, healthy fats, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, while targeting added sugar, ultra-processed foods, and reduced reliance on weight-loss drugs. Leavitt also discussed a deal to bring 30-50 million barrels of Venezuelan oil to the U.S., selective sanctions relief, tanker seizures, Greenland purchase talks, NATO, fraud investigations, and other foreign and domestic issues.

• White House unveils 2025-2030 dietary guidelines focused on real food and nutrient-dense diets.
• Officials say the guidelines will affect school lunches, SNAP, military, veterans, and other federal food programs.
• HHS and FDA officials declare war on added sugar and ultra-processed foods while increasing protein recommendations.
• CMS administrator says better diets could reduce demand for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and lower Medicare/Medicaid costs.
• US announces deal for 30-50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude oil and selective sanctions relief.
• Oil executives are described as eager to invest in Venezuela; White House plans a meeting with them.
• Leavitt addresses tanker seizures, Greenland acquisition talks, NATO commitment, and Minnesota fraud crackdown.
• Briefing includes Q&A on vaccine schedule, alcohol guidance, healthcare legislation, and Mexico policy.