Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has officially become the US Health and Human Services Secretary after a controversial 52-48 Senate vote where no Democrats supported him. With a trillion-dollar budget and oversight of crucial health agencies like CDC and FDA, Kennedy faces scrutiny for his history of unfounded health claims and vaccine skepticism. His controversial appointment comes as President Trump aims to significantly reshape his cabinet, with the Senate rushing to confirm nominees amidst various concerns over Kennedy's past associations and comments on immunizations and public health matters.
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle had questioned Kennedy's baseless health claims and vaccine scepticism as he was confirmed as HHS Secretary.
Kennedy, the founder of the anti-vaccine group Children's Health Defense, raised concerns among lawmakers regarding his past comments on vaccinations and public health.
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