Medicaid, Medicare and more sweeping programs will be under RFK Jr.'s purview if confirmed
HHS oversees major health agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, among others.
Millions of Americans, especially low-income Americans, rely on Medicaid and Medicare for health coverage.
Kennedy has said he wants to reform parts of those programs, arguing most people on them are not satisfied with their plans.
Polls show Americans are generally unhappy with the state of health care and insurance, though a 2023 survey from KFF -- a health policy research organization -- showed those on Medicaid and Medicare reported more positive ratings of their insurance compared to people on other kinds of coverage.