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Key GOP vote on RFK Jr. faces high-stakes primary - Roll Call

Cassidy, a physician, had expressed concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr's vaccine skepticism, but backed him for HHS secretary nonetheless.

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Barely a simmer: Trump's nominees avoid grilling and skirt through confirmation process despite initial public outcry

ANALYSIS: Trump has finally bent the Senate to his will. And, as Eric Garcia writes, he has done it at the expense of Republicans’ careers

The Independent UK

GOP Sen. Cassidy Advances RFK Jr. Nomination Amid Vaccine Controversy

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy's pivotal role in advancing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for HHS secretary despite concerns about vaccines and autism.

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RFK Jr clears crucial Senate panel vote to advance HHS secretary nomination

Republicans unanimously voted for the controversial cabinet pick; full Senate vote expected in coming days

The Guardian - US

US Health Secretary Nominee RFK Jr Passes Crunch Senate Vote

US President Donald Trump's embattled health secretary pick, vaccine conspiracy theorist Robert F. Kennedy Jr, passed a crucial test in his confirmation bid on Tuesday as senators voted to advance his nomination to the floor.

International Business Times

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination passes crucial vote despite Democrats' 'grave concerns‘

Kennedy has repeatedly promoted the debunked link between vaccines and autism. But the Finance Committee’s vote means the nomination will go to a full floor vote.

The Independent UK

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'S Nomination Approved By Senate Finance Committee

Senate Finance Committee advances Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination despite initial concerns. GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy supports after discussions on shared p...

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GOP Sen. Cassidy To Vote Yes On RFK Jr. Nomination

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy announces support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS Secretary, highlighting bipartisan discussions and potential impact on U...

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Senate Republicans Undecided On Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Nomination

Senate Republicans on the Finance Committee are deliberating on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination with caution and uncertainty.

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RFK's Nomination Passes First Test And Heads to Senate Floor

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has faced intense scrutiny by Democrats for his views on vaccines as President Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.

International Business Times

Senate Finance Committee Considers Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Nomination

Senate Finance Committee evaluates Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s nomination amidst scrutiny over his past anti-vaccine views.

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Senate panel approves RFK Jr. nomination - Roll Call

The Finance Committee voted to approve Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary, paving the way for a full Senate vote.

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Vulnerable lawmakers begin 2026 cycle with modest war chests - Roll Call

Fourth-quarter fundraising reports filed with the FEC show many vulnerable lawmakers starting the cycle with modest war chests.

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Sen. Cassidy's Vote Could Halt Kennedy's HHS Confirmation

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces critical Senate Finance Committee vote for HHS secretary nomination, with Sen. Bill Cassidy's stance pivotal.

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Sen. Sanders Expresses Concerns Over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'S Nomination

Sen. Sanders and Sen. Cassidy express concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination due to vaccine skepticism.

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Senate Finance Committee To Vote On Robert F Kennedy Jr.

Senate Finance Committee to vote on Robert F Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for HHS Secretary, with concerns about his anti-vaccine history.

The Independent UK

Mark Robinson is not running for Senate – here’s why that's bad news for Trump

ANALYSIS: Analysis: North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis has had to appeal to the Trumpian right to avoid a primary challenge. Eric Garcia says Robinson’s departure gives him an opening to pivot to the center and sink some of Trump’s nominees

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Senator Cassidy Faces Criticism Over HHS Secretary Nominee Stance

Senator Bill Cassidy faces backlash for hesitating on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s HHS secretary nomination, revealing internal GOP tensions and broader public ...

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The Independent UK

When RFK Jr. was presented with the science on vaccines he said needed to see, he dismissed it

The man who hopes to be President Donald Trump’s health secretary said he needed to see data showing vaccines are safe, but when an influential Republican senator did so, he dismissed it

Salon

Senate grills RFK Jr. on vaccine misinfo

Senators pressed Kennedy on race science, misinformation, and his refusal to say the Covid vaccine was safe

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Senator Cassidy Expresses Concern Over Kennedy's Vaccine Stance

Senator Cassidy raises concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine skepticism during his HHS Secretary confirmation hearing.

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During Day 2 of RFK Jr. hearings, some GOP concerns - Roll Call

At Senate HELP committee, lawmakers grill Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on his record of vaccine skepticism and thoughts on transgender care.

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GOP Senators Clash Over Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendation

GOP Senators debate hepatitis B vaccination for newborns, highlighting importance of vaccination to prevent chronic liver disease.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Vows To Uphold Vaccine Approval Standards

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledges to uphold vaccine approval standards and not delay the process if appointed as HHS head.

The Independent UK

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes his final plea before senators as a key vote hangs in the balance

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