Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s hearing before the Senate has raised concerns about his fitness for the position of US Chief Health Official. During the second day of questioning, Kennedy struggled to answer questions about Medicare and refused to dismiss a debunked link between autism and vaccines. When pressed on this topic, he left open the possibility that he might entertain conspiracy theories surrounding the 9/11 terrorist attacks. As the Senate weighs his confirmation, these moments have sparked debate about whether Kennedy’s views are aligned with the country’s best interests in addressing public health concerns.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/01/30/rfk-health-secretary-confirmation-hearings