RFK Jr. on defensive over his vaccine views as a key confirmation vote hangs in the balance
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination to be the nation’s top health official is uncertain after a key Republican joined Democrats to raise persistent concerns over the nominee’s deep skepticism of routine childhood vaccinations that prevent deadly diseases.
RFK Jr. Faces Tough Questions at First Confirmation Hearing
THURSDAY, Jan. 30, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced a plethora of tough questions on vaccines, abortion and public health policy during his Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday as President Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Vaccine misinformation 'super spreader' RFK Jr. ‘struggles’ during intense Senate grilling
RFK Jr. testified at his confirmation hearing for Secretary of Health and Human Services, facing intense questioning on topics ranging from vaccines to women's reproductive healthcare. His controversial history of anti-vaccine rhetoric came under sharp scrutiny.
5 takeaways from RFK Jr.’s first confirmation hearing as Trump’s nominee for health secretary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was pressed to clarify his views on vaccines, abortion, and public health priorities in his first Senate hearing.
RFK Jr. denies past positions on health during confirmation hearing; Find out more here
RFK Jr. had his confirmation hearing with the Senate Committee on his role as Department of Health and Human Services secretary. Find out more here.
Senators including Ohio’s Husted spar over vaccine policy, chronic disease in RFK Jr.‘s confirmation hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial statements linking vaccines to autism draw concern during his Senate confirmation hearing.
At confirmation hearing, RFK Jr. trips over his ignorance
The Trump Cabinet nominee appeared to be out of his depth in response to questions that shouldn’t have been especially challenging.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggles to answer questions on Medicare and Medicaid at confirmation hearing
If approved, Kennedy will control a $1.7 trillion agency that oversees food and hospital inspections, hundreds of health clinics, vaccine recommendations and health insurance for roughly half the country.
RFK Jr. tries to convince skeptical senators that he won’t undermine vaccines
Kennedy’s bid to serve as America’s top health official may be decided by a handful of Republicans, including several senators who questioned him Thursday.
From conspiracy theories to a heated vaccine debate, here’s what to expect at the RFK Jr. hearings
Kennedy vows to fight chronic disease, Big Pharma’s influence and ultra-processed food. Here's why his confirmation hearings in the Senate may draw fireworks.
5 Takeaways From Kennedy’s First Confirmation Hearing
Mr. Kennedy appears to have most Republicans behind him as he seeks the job of health secretary, though he couldn’t escape ...
Senator Fights Back Tears Going After RFK Jr. on Autism
Democratic Senator Maggie Hassan fought back tears as she confronted Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over his unwillingness to ...
5 takeaways from the Gabbard, Patel and RFK Jr. hearings
Director of national intelligence pick Tulsi Gabbard and FBI director selection Kash Patel testified for the first time, ...
WSJ editorial board lauds Elizabeth Warren after grilling RFK Jr. at Senate confirmation hearing
The Wall Street Journal editorial board praised Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren for grilling Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on ...
RFK Jr. Confronted About Refusal to ‘Take Sides’ on 9/11
Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine hammered Donald Trump’s Health and Human Services nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his former ...