RFK Jr., vaccines, food dyes, fluoride and why ‘Make America Healthy Again' took off
The day after the election, some celebrated Trump's win and RFK Jr.'s potential role as a public health decision-maker. Why? They finally felt seen.
RFK Jr. wants to change vaccine practices. Trump may empower him to do it.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may be America’s next health secretary. He may be a czar in Donald Trump ’s White House. (He could also become the latest figure to clash with Trump and be abruptly pushed out, a scenario that played out repeatedly in Trump’s first administration.)
Now RFK Jr. Has Chance to Steer Vaccine and Health Policy
Longtime Democrat and vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr.is poised to take a health role in a new Trump administration and wage war on chronic disease by attacking everything from fluoride in drinking water to sugary drinks paid for by food stamps.
RFK Jr.'s views on health and vaccines prompt alarm from CT lawmakers
The environmental lawyer’s many controversial statements are rallying state lawmakers to pay close attention to Connecticut’s public health messaging.
Trump campaign quietly distances itself from RFK Jr after new vaccine safety comments
Donald Trump’s team appeared to be quietly distancing itself from Robert F Kennedy Jr in the immediate aftermath of the election amid speculation that the former presidential candidate could be handed control of US public health agencies.
What RFK Jr. has said about advising Trump on health care
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to have a significant role in advising President-elect Donald Trump on health hcare. Here’s some of what he’s said regarding the incoming administration.
What to know about Trump and RFK Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."
Second Trump presidency raises big questions for health care
Donald J. Trump’s second presidency may significantly alter health care and public health in Minnesota, especially if Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gets the opportunity to bring his vaccine skepticism to federal agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
RFK Jr.'s website is crowdsourcing Trump appointee suggestions
Robert F. Kennedy’s “Make America Healthy” webpage is seeking recommendations for appointees “across the future Trump administration.”
RFK Jr.’s anti-vaccine group lost $3 million last year
Children’s Health Defense, the anti-vaccine nonprofit group founded by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recorded a more than 30% drop ...
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RFK Jr. Could Have Vast Powers Over Public Health: “He Wants a Bigger Role”
Kennedy Jr., who has spent decades making unproven claims about vaccine harm, will reign over America’s health agencies.
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Facing a dialogue with RFK Jr., a top FDA official mounts a public defense of vaccines
Facing with a dialogue with RFK Jr., a top FDA official mounts a public defense of vaccines — and pleads for open minds.
RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Claims Are Not Immune to Scrutiny
False claims erode public trust.
FDA employees consider how to handle RFK Jr., including leaving
Staff turnover is typical when a new administration comes in, and a significant number of FDA employees similarly considered ...
RFK Jr. Says 'I've Never Been Anti-Vaccine'—Here Are the Facts
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may have a significant influence on public health matters following Donald Trump's presidential victory ...
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Moderate GOP senators: Don’t ask me about confirming RFK Jr.
Kennedy has recently tried to distance himself from the anti-vaccine rhetoric that’s made him famous, claiming he just ...
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RFK Jr. is too dangerous for government
Kennedy Jr. – a notorious anti-vaccine crusader and peddler of junk science – would have a prominent role in his administration. It would be a disastrous mistake that would kill and sicken countless ...