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Analysts at Trump ally Howard Lutnick’s former firm call RFK Jr. ‘an anti-vax, conspiracy theorist with inadequate training’

RFK Jr. was reportedly behind the ouster of FDA’s top vaccine official and said last week that around 10,000 employees will be laid off at the Department of Health and Human Services.

Fortune

Massive cuts to Health and Human Services’ workforce signal a dramatic shift in US health policy

On March 27, 2025, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced plans to dramatically transform the department. HHS is the umbrella agency responsible for pandemic preparedness, biomedical research, food safety and many other health-related activities.

The Conversation

Top FDA Vaccine Official Resigns, Slams RFK Jr. For 'Misinformation and Lies'

Dr. Peter Marks announced his resignation from the FDA, citing frustration over the growing influence of vaccine misinformation under HHS Secretary RFK Jr.

Latin Times

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RFK Jr. Publicly Fat Shames West Virginia Governor: 'You Look Like You Ate Governor Morrisey'

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made jokes about the West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey's weight during a public event on Friday.

Latin Times

Utah becomes the first state to ban fluoride in public water

Experts say the benefits of fluoride in public water outweigh any risks

The Independent UK

Measles outbreak sends warning for future of infectious disease - Roll Call

A measles outbreak in Texas has spread, spurring concerns about the impact of a drop in vaccine uptake nationwide.

Roll Call

Trump administration cuts legal help for migrant children traveling alone

The Trump administration is ending a key program providing legal help to migrant children entering the country alone, raising concerns they'll be forced to navigate the complex legal system alone

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National Institutes of Health officials reportedly told scientists to erase mRNA vaccine references on grants

‘Kennedy’s war on vaccines has started,’ one scientist reportedly warned

The Independent UK

RFK Jr Called Out By Democratic Lawmaker For Not Answering Him On Live Broadcast: 'Respond to the Damn Letter'

A Senator used Dr. Oz's confirmation hearing to demand Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. respond to letters he sent regarding the measles outbreak.

Latin Times

Former CDC nominee goes scorched earth, blaming two Republicans and ‘big Pharma’ for failed bid

Weldon’s nomination to head the CDC was withdrawn just 12 hours before he was supposed to testify to the Senate health committee

The Independent UK

Oz's ties to insurers may loom over his CMS confirmation hearing - Roll Call

Mehmet Oz will likely face questions during his confirmation hearing about his past support of expanding the Medicare Advantage program.

Roll Call

RFK Jr Asserts CDC Director Nominee 'Wasn't Ready' As White House Withdraws Selection: Report

The White House withdrew Dave Weldon's nomination to lead the CDC amid concerns over his past anti-vaccine views.

Latin Times

Unvaccinated New Mexico resident dies after testing positive for measles

This would be the second death from measles this year. U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has faced criticism for his handling of the outbreak.

The Independent UK

Steak 'n Shake lines up behind RFK Jr. as it changes how it makes French fries

Shoestring fries are going to taste different from the chain.

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What, Exactly, Is Ultraprocessed Food? Nutritionist Marion Nestle Explains

Going deep with molecular biologist, nutritionist, and public health advocate Marion Nestle about how to square ultraprocessed food and our health.

The Independent UK

RFK Jr looks less than thrilled to see Trump hawking merchandise in the Oval Office

From the Oval Office, the president advertised new hats that read: ‘TRUMP WAS RIGHT ABOUT EVERYTHING!’

Latin Times

Childhood Vaccine Schedule Revealed as One of RFK Jr.'s Potential Targets With New Children's Health Role: Report

RFK Jr. announced to staff that a newly formed presidential commission will investigate the childhood vaccine schedule as a potential factor in chronic disease.

Top News

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmed As HHS Secretary By Senate

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services, facing scrutiny over vaccine views.

Al Jazeera

US Senate confirms Robert F Kennedy Jr as Health and Human Services leader

While Republicans hail RFK Jr’s ‘fresh perspective’, Democrats warn his vaccine scepticism is ‘dangerous’ and ‘wrong’.

Reason

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