Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as HHS secretary in 52-48 vote

Live updates: Trump proposes reciprocal tariffs; Senate confirms Kennedy to head HHS

Embattled nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. received the Senate's support Thursday to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, capping a twisting journey to become the nation's next secretary. ...

The Hill - 1h

Senate Confirms RFK Jr., a Prominent Vaccine Skeptic, as Health Secretary

The vote capped a remarkable rise for Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who was confirmed by a Republican Senate in a chamber where his father and uncles once served as Democrats.

The New York Times - 1h

3 things to watch for as RFK Jr. takes the helm as health secretary

Kennedy will set up a 'MAHA' commission to address chronic disease.

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Trump to join RFK Jr.'s swearing in after his narrow Senate confirmation to lead HHS

RFK Jr.'s confirmation comes after months of controversy and debate, largely focused on his past comments casting doubt on the safety of vaccines.

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US Senate narrowly confirms RFK Jr as health secretary

Kennedy will now oversee the US health industry including food safety, pharmaceuticals and vaccinations.

BBC News - 2h

RFK Jr. Confirmed as Health Secretary

Republicans fell in line behind Trump despite hesitancy over Kennedy’s views on vaccines.

Inc. - 3h

As HHS secretary, DOGE and Trump may pose biggest hurdles for RFK Jr.

Now that he’s got the job, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may struggle to navigate his new position as secretary of Health and Human Services as the agency contends with potential job cuts.

NBC News - 3h

RFK Jr. confirmed as health secretary

The GOP-controlled Senate voted Thursday to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime anti-vaccine activist, to lead the country’s most powerful health care agency.

NBC News - 3h

RFK Jr. poised to become HHS secretary after clearing key hurdle

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is poised to become the next secretary of Health and Human Services after his nomination cleared a key hurdle on Capitol Hill. NBC’s Ryan Nobles reports for TODAY.

NBC News - 7h

Capitol agenda: Johnson's budget dare, RFK Jr. confirmation vote

Politico - 8h

Senate to vote on vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s bid to become nation's health secretary

The Senate is expected to vote Thursday on the confirmation of Robert F

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Politico - 3d

12:30 Report — Trump gets his team as RFK Jr. confirmed

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The Hill - 2h

Senate confirms RFK Jr. as Health secretary; McConnell lone GOP dissenter

Longtime vaccine critic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is now the nation’s top health official, after the Senate on Thursday voted almost entirely on party lines to confirm him atop a department of nearly ...

The Hill - 3h

Confirmation hearing underway for Linda McMahon, Trump's pick for education secretary

Former WWE CEO Linda McMahon is before the Senate on Thursday for her confirmation hearing to be secretary of education. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman reports on the hearing and ...

CBS News - 4h

Watch live: Senate votes on RFK Jr. to lead HHS

Senators will take to the floor Thursday morning to vote on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Kennedy’s confirmation would put the ...

The Hill - 4h

Senate voting on RFK Jr.'s confirmation as HHS secretary

RFK Jr. faced weeks of questions regarding the longtime anti-vaccine activist's ability to be confirmed to the nation's top health care post.

CBS News - 4h

Linda McMahon Faces Confirmation Hearing for Education Secretary

The former wrestling executive will speak about her priorities for the Department of Education. But she will also likely be questioned on White House discussions to close it.

The New York Times - 5h

RFK Jr. on track for confirmation as HHS secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appears to have cinched the votes he needs to be confirmed as secretary of Health and Human Services. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.

CBS News - 6h

Kennedy Center board votes to elect Trump as new chair

President accepts ‘great honor’ after terminating Biden appointees and installing loyalist as interim leader. Donald Trump has been named the chair of the John F Kennedy Center for the Performing ...

The Guardian - 21h

New Kennedy Center board elects Trump as chairman

President Trump says he's now the chair of the Kennedy Center following a vote by its board after, in an unprecedented move, he named himself to the position. "It is a Great Honor to be Chairman of ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump is the most lawless president in American history | Robert Reich

If Trump simply ignores the high court, is that the end of law?. He is the most lawless president in American history.. As Donald Trump’s law-breaking continues, America’s last defense is the ...

The Guardian - 1d

Mitch McConnell voted against Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation

Former Senate leader Mitch McConnell voted against Tulsi Gabbard during her confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence. This is not the first time McConnell has voted against one of ...

CBS News - 1d

Murkowski backs Kennedy for HHS secretary despite 'concerns'

Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) announced she will support Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s bid to head the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) despite having “concerns” about his views on vaccines ...

The Hill - 1d

Senate advances RFK Jr.'s nomination to lead HHS, teeing up final vote

The Senate voted to advance Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, teeing up a final vote on his confirmation.

CBS News - 1d

Hegseth Takes Aim at Domestic Enemies as Defense Secretary

Pete Hegseth has spent much of his first weeks in office focused on culture wars while saying little about America’s adversaries.

The New York Times - 1d

Senate tees up final vote on RFK Jr. to lead HHS

The Senate voted along party lines Wednesday to end debate on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), a key step that puts him on the precipice ...

The Hill - 1d

Senate Votes to Advance RFK Jr's Health Secretary Nomination

The Senate voted along party lines to advance the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for health secretary to the floor for a final vote, likely Thursday.

The New York Times - 1d

Treasury Secretary Expected to Visit Kyiv

The visit by Scott Bessent will be the first by a Trump official since the president’s return to office and comes amid uncertainty about the future of U.S. support for Ukraine.

The New York Times - 1d

Senate to vote on Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation for intelligence chief

The Senate advanced Gabbard's nomination in a party-line procedural vote Monday night, teeing up a vote on final passage.

CBS News - 2d

Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's pick to oversee US spy agencies, advances to Senate confirmation vote

Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump’s pick to be director of national intelligence, is another step closer to Senate confirmation

ABC News - 2d

Confirmation votes expected this week for Tulsi Gabbard, RFK Jr.

Republicans are racing to shore up support for Trump Cabinet nominees Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard with confirmation votes expected for them this week. CBS News congressional ...

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RFK Jr. Wrong on Medicare, Medicaid During Senate Confirmation Hearing

This is a MedPage Today story. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s statements before the Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday revealed a concerning lack of knowledge about the major health programs he'd ...

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Here's What RFK Jr. Can and Can't Do if Confirmed as HHS Chief

This is a MedPage Today story. President Trump said he would take health agencies in a new direction on the campaign trail and has chosen some controversial nominees to help him achieve his goal, ...

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RFK Jr. Made These Promises to Win Key Senator's Vote

This is a MedPage Today story. Sen. Bill Cassidy, MD (R-La.), said he received numerous pledges from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the Trump administration to protect medicine and science -- ...

ABC News - 4d

HHS Employees Sort Out Return-to-Office Mandate

This is a MedPage Today story. Employees at HHS and its various sub-agencies are struggling to figure out how to implement President Donald Trump's executive order requiring them to report ...

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Actor Tony Roberts dies due to lung cancer complications at 85

Actor Tony Roberts, a popular Broadway performer, died at home in New York City due to complications from lung cancer at 85. He was best known for his roles in six Woody Allen movies.

CBS News - 4d

Iowa State F Momcilovic (hand) to return vs. TCU

Iowa State star forward Milan Momcilovic (hand) will return return to game action for the first time in nearly a month when the Cyclones play TCU on Saturday afternoon.

ESPN - 5d

Tony Roberts, a Nonchalant Pal in Woody Allen’s Films, Dies at 85

He had an acclaimed Broadway career in musicals and comedies, but moviegoers knew him mostly as the self-assured, easygoing friend of Mr. Allen’s insecure heroes.

The New York Times - 5d

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as HHS secretary in 52-48 vote

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