What is RFK Jr.'s agenda for the Department of Health and Human Services?

NBC News' Brandy Zadrozny reports on what Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could have on his agenda if he were to be confirmed as the next secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Trump picks vaccine skeptic RFK Jr. for Health and Human Services secretary

Donald Trump had said that if elected president he would have Robert F. Kennedy Jr. "go wild on health." HHS oversees Medicare, Medicaid, the CDC and the FDA.

Business - CNBC - 5 hours ago

Trump picks RFK Jr. for secretary of Health & Human Services

President-elect Donald Trump named anti-vaccine advocate and former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to run the Department of Health and Human Services.

Trump names RFK Jr. as his pick for secretary of health and human services

President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday named Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as his pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. If confirmed, Kennedy would be in charge of the Centers for ...

Trump taps RFK Jr to lead Health and Human Services

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Trump taps RFK Jr to lead Health and Human Services President-elect Trump has picked environmental lawyer and ...

Politics - The Hill - 19 hours ago

Trump Picks RFK Jr. to Be Head of Health and Human Services Dept.

Whether the Senate would confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic who has unorthodox views about medicine, is an open question.

Top stories - The New York Times - 18 hours ago

Trump discusses picking RFK Jr. for Health and Human Services secretary

President-elect Donald Trump commented Thursday night on his choice of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for secretary of Health and Human Services, saying, "If you like health and if you like people that live ...

Trump picks RFK Jr., anti-vaccine activist, for health and human services secretary

President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine activist who dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Trump, to lead the Department of ...

Trump transition live updates: Trump team aware of sex assault claim against Hegseth

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What to know about RFK Jr.'s stances on key health issues

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, has raised controversy on topics ranging from vaccines to fluoride to food.

What to know about Trump and RFK Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."

What to know about RFK Jr.'s agenda after Trump's planned nomination

President-elect Donald Trump plans to nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services and former Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general. CBS News senior ...

Pharma shares hit as Trump picks RFK Jr to lead health department

Choice of vaccine critic knocks some of world’s biggest drugmakers including Moderna, AstraZeneca and GSK. Who is RFK Jr and what are his likely top priorities? Business live – latest ...

World - The Guardian - 6 hours ago

Trump picks Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead Health and Human Services

Kennedy has advised the transition team on health related-choices, sources said.

What to know about fluoride in water following RFK Jr.'s health claims

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent comments on fluoride are prompting questions about its safety in drinking water. Here's what to know.

RFK Jr. talks health care agenda following Trump win: ‘I’m not going to take away vaccines’

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who may play a key role in overseeing health care in a second Trump administration, spoke to NBC News’ Vaughn Hillyard about his current views on vaccines, fluoride in water, ...

RFK Jr.'s public health plans under Trump rattle critics

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could help reshape the country’s health care system if former President Trump wins the presidential election Tuesday, concerning skeptics who say his anti-vax posture is ...

Politics - The Hill - November 3

Trump health secretary choice is ‘courting catastrophe’, says rights group – as it happened

This blog is closed, thanks for following along. You can read more of our coverage below: . Reaction: RFK Jr condemned as ‘clear and present danger’ after Trump nomination Full report: Trump ...

World - The Guardian - 16 hours ago

Trump: RFK Jr. will work on 'health and women's health'

Former President Trump said Thursday he would have Robert F. Kennedy Jr. work on "health and women's health" and look at the nation's food supply, the latest indication that the former independent ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

RFK Jr.'s new bully pulpit sends public health shock waves

President-elect Trump’s promise to let Robert F. Kennedy Jr. "go wild" on health is demoralizing public health experts, who worry he could meddle with key government agencies, amplify vaccine ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Trump says he will give RFK Jr. a major health role. Here's what that means for patients, drugmakers

Some health experts say Kennedy, even in an informal role, could potentially lead to real consequences for patients, drugmakers and the nation's public health.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Trump’s Embrace of RFK Jr. Puts Fluoride, Vaccines and Obamacare on the Agenda

Donald Trump’s pledge to let Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “go wild on health” has put three issues on the agenda in the final days of the 2024 campaign.

Health - The New York Times - November 5

How RFK Jr. could influence public health

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story How RFK Jr. could influence public health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is poised to have a major role in shaping ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

RFK Jr. says 'entire departments' at FDA 'have to go'

Former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is slated to hold a potentially big role in a new Trump administration, said Wednesday there are "entire departments" within the Food and ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Trump picks Robert Kennedy Jr to run US health department

Vaccine sceptic and former Democrat is the latest controversial nomination for cabinet post

Business - Financial Times - 9 hours ago

RFK Jr. says Trump promised him 'control' of public health agencies

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Monday that former President Trump has promised him “control” of public health agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

RFK Jr. Wants to Reshape US Health Policy. Good Luck With That

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he’ll make big changes in the US government if Donald Trump is elected. He may find them hard to pull off, no matter what position he’s appointed to.

Tech - Wired - October 31

How RFK Jr. could reshape U.S. health policy

President-elect Donald Trump has offered Robert F. Kennedy Jr. the Health and Human Services secretary role. Kennedy faced several controversies during his White House bid, including a conspiracy ...

Why did Trump pick RFK Jr. for health secretary?

President-elect Donald Trump said late Thursday he would nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. This comes on the heels of former Florida Rep. Matt ...

Who is RFK Jr, the health secretary pick that is raising eyebrows?

Robert F Kennedy Jr has a history of spreading health information scientists say is false.

RFK Jr.'s presence on Michigan, Wisconsin ballots raises concerns for Trump

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s presence on the ballot in the swing states of Michigan and Wisconsin is raising concerns that he could inadvertently draw crucial votes from former President Trump. Kennedy, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 26

Trump team fully embraces RFK Jr.'s vaccine skepticism

In the closing days of the campaign, Donald Trump and some of his top allies have increasingly embraced Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anti-vaccine rhetoric.

Politics - NBC News - November 1

RFK Jr.'s political clout grows after Trump victory

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is seeing his star rise after President-elect Trump glided to a second White House victory on Tuesday, a remarkable trajectory for someone who was long dismissed as a fringe ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

RFK Jr.'s website is crowdsourcing Trump appointee suggestions

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy" website is seeking recommendations for appointees "across the future Trump administration."

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

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