"As everyone expected him to, Robert Kennedy Jr. has used his power as Secretary of Health and Human Services to push his long sought anti-vaccine agenda, which two weeks ago led to the decapitation of the CDC when newly confirmed CDC director Susan Monarez was fired after 28 days on the job and multiple top CDC officials immediately resigned in protest."
"On the one hand, he appears to respect Kennedy's combativeness and anti-establishment streak, telling reporters regarding Kennedy's positions: "It's not your standard talk. I would say that, and that has to do with medical and vaccines. But if you look at what's going on in the world with health, and look at this country also with regard to health - I like the fact that he's different.""
Robert Kennedy Jr. used his role as HHS Secretary to advance a long-standing anti-vaccine agenda, precipitating the firing of newly confirmed CDC director Susan Monarez after 28 days and prompting multiple top CDC officials to resign. Kennedy faced a contentious Senate hearing and increasing calls for resignation or removal, including from family members. President Trump has publicly signaled continued support while also praising vaccines, but internal White House frustrations have emerged over Kennedy's chaotic announcements and independent approach. The situation has generated significant backlash and raised questions about future limits on his authority.
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