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The Latest Breaking News from Robert F. Kennedy Jr

In Robert F. Kennedy Jr, the US has put a conspiracy theorist in charge of public health

Overnight, Robert F. Kennedy Jr was confirmed as the secretary of the US Health and Human Services Department. Put simply, this makes him the most influential figure in overseeing the health and wellbeing of more than 330 million Americans.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Emphasizes Need For Vaccine Research

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. advocates for vaccine and food safety research, transparency, and ethical governance at HHS.

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Trump blasts McConnell after RFK vote

The president said that the GOP would be in tatters if it was left to the Kentucky senator

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Trump lays into Mitch McConnell after Senator continues rebellion: ‘He’s not equipped mentally’

President claims he never knew McConnell had polio, which the former leader of the Senate Republican Conference cited as a reason for not backing Robert F Kennedy’s nomination to be Health and Human Services Secretary

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Mitch McConnell takes another feeble swing at Trump — when it doesn’t really matter

Analysis: Mitch McConnell’s resistance against Trump nominees should not be mistaken for the sudden evolution of a spine, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

RFK Jr. Claimed 'You Can't Trust Medical Advice From Medical Professionals' In Resurfaced Clip Amid Senate Confirmation

The newly appointed secretary of Health and Human Services will oversee a $1.7 trillion budget meant to be used to protect Americans' health.

Latin Times

Robert F Kennedy Jr sworn in as health secretary after Senate confirmation

Vaccine skeptic now leads US’s vast healthcare system after gaining backing of key Republican senators

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President Trump Establishes Make America Healthy Again Commission

President Trump establishes Make America Healthy Again Commission to address childhood chronic diseases and restore trust in health institutions.

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McConnell Condemns RFK Jr.'s Confirmation: 'I Will Not Condone The Re-litigation of Proven Cures'

The Republican senator and childhood polio survivor declared 'Mr. Kennedy failed to prove he Is the best' to lead the Department of Health and Human Services

Latin Times

How RFK Jr. May Change Medicare and Your Retirement

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. now heads up Medicare. Here are five ways his leadership might change your retirement based on what we know so far.

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RFK Jr.: America's top health official

Kennedy, who built a career as an anti-vaccine activist, now leads the Department of Health and Human Services

Salon

Full List of Senators Who Voted to Confirm RFK. Jr As Next Health Secretary

The environmental lawyer will control more than 18 federal agencies and oversee an $8 billion children's vaccine fund

Latin Times

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.

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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’.

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The Independent UK

Senate confirms anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr as nation’s top health official

Kennedy — who’s repeatedly promoted conspiracies and the debunked link between vaccines and autism — will now lead a sprawling federal bureaucracy that manages public health, research, health guidance, and vaccinations

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Mitch Mcconnell Votes Against Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmation

Mitch McConnell's vote against Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS secretary reflects Senate dynamics and diverse GOP perspectives.

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Senate Votes On Confirmation Of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Senate voting on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation as HHS Secretary amidst concerns over his vaccine-related statements and past controversies.

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Senate Democrats Criticize Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'S Qualifications For HHS

Senate Democrats criticize Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for HHS Secretary due to lack of qualifications and promotion of misinformation, highlighting...

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Senate confirms RFK Jr. for HHS secretary - Roll Call

Vaccine critic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. now has authority over a sweeping health agency that includes the CDC, FDA, NIH and CMS.

The Guardian - US

Trump administration directs federal agencies to fire all probationary employees – as it happened

Office of personnel management send directive potentially affecting hundreds of thousands of workers as Trump meets Modi at White House

The Independent UK

Will RFK Jr get confirmed as Trump’s health secretary?

The Kennedy scion faces little resistance in his final Senate confirmation test

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Senate Expected To Confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As HHS Secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as HHS secretary sparks debate over vaccine skepticism and public health priorities.

International Business Times

US Senate To OK Vaccine Critic Kennedy As Health Secretary

The Republican-controlled US Senate was expected Thursday to approve vaccine conspiracy theorist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary, despite major concerns from both political parties and many in the medical and scientific communities.

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Senate Schedule Confirms Confirmation Votes For Key Cabinet Nominees

Senate schedules confirmation votes for key cabinet nominees, crucial for new administration's functioning.

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