Republican US Senator Bill Cassidy who helped pave the way for Mr Kennedy’s confirmation, had to correct him. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Democrats and Republicans alike raised concerns on Wednesday about deep staffing cuts, funding freezes and far-reaching policy changes overseen by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.

"I don't think people should be taking medical advice from me,” said the health and human services secretary, whose job is to drive America’s health policy.