The meat trade groups said the position would have too much power at the USDA.

The 14,635 lbs of products are being recalled due to possible contamination by foreign matter.

Alexis Taylor previously served the agency during the Obama administration.

The items were sold in seven states.

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development conducted the investigation.

The expansion brings the total recall to over 585,000 lbs. 

The university plans to study the issue for three years.

The agency also reported new cases in three states. 

The company’s products were possibly undercooked. 

The products were shipped to Trader Joe’s stores in the Northwest.