Mars Inc., the manufacturer of popular candies M&M's and Skittles, is resisting demands to remove synthetic food dyes from its products. This resistance comes amid a campaign led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has called for a ban on synthetic dyes in food. The issue has drawn increased scrutiny, culminating in an investigation launched by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Paxton announced the probe into Mars for alleged deceptive and illegal practices related to the continued use of artificial dyes, emphasizing that Mars must remove these toxic dyes to honor its public commitments and comply with the law. The investigation adds to a series of recent actions by Texas authorities targeting companies over the use of synthetic food dyes and their marketing practices.