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RFK Jr. says he will 'investigate' childhood vaccine schedule, antidepressants

Board certified psychiatrist Dr. Sasha Hamdani reacts to the comments Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made to a room packed with federal health workers on Tuesday.
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VIDEO: RFK Jr. says he will 'investigate' childhood vaccine schedule, antidepressants
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RFK Jr. says he will 'investigate' childhood vaccine schedule, anti-depression drugs

Robert F Kennedy Jr. said he plans to investigate whether childhood vaccinations and anti-depression medications are among “possible factors” in chronic diseases.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, testifies during his Senate Finance Committee, Jan. 29, 2025.
February 18, 2025 at 4:11 AM

ABC’s of Politics with Selina Wang: All-things RFK. Jr

Dr. Richard Besser, former acting director of the CDC, joins us to talk all-things RFK. Jr, and the MAHA movement behind him, following his controversial confirmation as secretary of HHS.
February 18, 2025 at 4:11 AM
Dr. Richard Besser, former acting director of the CDC, joins us to talk all-things RFK. Jr, and the MAHA movement behind him, following his controversial confirmation to lead the Department of Health and Human Services under President Donald Trump.
February 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM

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.
February 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., testifies during a Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions hearing for his pending confirmation on Capitol Hill, Jan. 30, 2025, in Washington.
February 14, 2025 at 3:51 PM

How Americans' changing views on health paved the way for RFK Jr.

The rise of misinformation online has helped fringe health ideas go mainstream and eased RFK Jr.'s path to confirmation as secretary of health and human services.
February 14, 2025 at 3:51 PM
The spread of health-related misinformation on social media may have helped pave the way for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to Trump's cabinet.
February 14, 2025 at 2:23 PM

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sworn in as health secretary

Kennedy's nomination to serve as secretary of Health and Human Services was narrowly confirmed by the Senate with a vote of 52 to 48.
February 14, 2025 at 2:23 PM
VIDEO: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sworn in as health secretary
February 14, 2025 at 1:54 PM

Trump joins 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.
February 14, 2025 at 1:54 PM
President Donald Trump congratulates Robert F. Kennedy Jr., after he was sworn in as Health and Human Services Secretary in the Oval Office at the White House, Feb. 13, 2025, in Washington.
February 14, 2025 at 7:37 AM

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed by Senate as Trump's health secretary

The Democrat-turned-fierce Trump supporter has been accused of spreading misinformation on vaccines. Sen. Mitch McConnell, who overcame polio at a young age, was the sole Republican no vote.
February 14, 2025 at 7:37 AM
VIDEO: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed by Senate as Trump's health secretary
February 13, 2025 at 9:16 PM

RFK Jr. sworn in as secretary of Health and Human Services

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to serve as secretary of Health and Human Services was officially confirmed in the Senate on Thursday.
February 13, 2025 at 9:16 PM
VIDEO: RFK Jr. sworn in as secretary of Health and Human Services
February 13, 2025 at 6:57 PM

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. narrowly confirmed by Senate as Trump's health secretary

Sen. Mitch McConnell, who overcame polio at a young age, was the sole Republican to oppose Kennedy and vote no.
February 13, 2025 at 6:57 PM
VIDEO: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. narrowly confirmed by Senate as Trump's health secretary
February 5, 2025 at 7:04 PM

Senator reacts to RFK at confirmation hearing

Sen. Maggie Hassan discusses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s confirmation hearing, where she challenged him on his claims that vaccines cause autism.
February 5, 2025 at 7:04 PM
VIDEO: Senator reacts to RFK at confirmation hearing
February 5, 2025 at 6:18 PM

RFK Jr. ‘will do extreme harm’ at HHS: Former CDC head

Dr. Richard Besser reacts to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. making it one step closer to being the head of Health and Human Services.
February 5, 2025 at 6:18 PM
VIDEO: RFK Jr. ‘will do extreme harm’ at HHS: Former CDC head
February 5, 2025 at 2:38 PM

How Bill Cassidy, a lifelong vaccination advocate, wound up voting for RFK Jr.

A look at how Kennedy convinced Sen. Cassidy, a doctor and vaccination advocate, that he should become health secretary.
February 5, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Sen. Bill Cassidy votes aye at the final moment as the Senate Finance Committee holds a roll call vote to approve the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Health and Human Services Department, at the Capitol, Feb. 4, 2025.
February 4, 2025 at 5:57 PM

Senate panel advances RFK Jr.'s nomination to be health secretary

All eyes were on Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Louisiana Republican and longtime doctor who expressed deep concern about Kennedy's history of anti-vaccine comments.
February 4, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., President Trump's nominee to serve as Secretary of Health and Human Services testifies during a Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions hearing for his pending confirmation, Jan. 30, 2025, in Washington.
February 4, 2025 at 5:31 PM

Senate Finance Committee advances RFK Jr.'s nomination to be Trump's health secretary

The panel voted 14-13 along party lines.
February 4, 2025 at 5:31 PM
VIDEO: Senate Finance Committee advances RFK Jr.'s nomination to be Trump's health secretary
February 3, 2025 at 8:23 PM

Senate Democrats demand more details on Kennedy's finances

The demands came in letter released Monday by Sens. Ron Wyden and Elizabeth Warren.
February 3, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee to be secretary of Health and Human Services, testifies before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee in Washington, Jan. 30, 2025.
January 31, 2025 at 10:07 PM

In major reversal, Kennedy tells senators he won't take money from vaccine lawsuit

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. earned millions from referrals in suit against Merck over HPV vaccine.
January 31, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., President Trump's nominee to serve as Secretary of Health and Human Services testifies during a Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions hearing for his pending confirmation, Jan. 30, 2025, in Washington.
January 30, 2025 at 11:35 PM

RFK Jr. says he would rescind rule over transgender discrimination

Sen. Josh Hawley asked Robert F. Kennedy Jr. if he would rescind a rule issued under the Biden admin over transgender discrimination. Kennedy said he would, adding, “That rule is anti-science.”
January 30, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Sen. Josh Hawley asked Robert F. Kennedy Jr. if he would rescind a rule issued under the Biden admin over transgender discrimination. Kennedy said he would, adding, “That rule is anti-science.”
January 30, 2025 at 10:23 PM

5 takeaways after RFK Jr. is grilled by senators during confirmation hearings

The takeaways after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced questions from senators during his confirmation hearings to potentially lead the Department of Health and Human Services.
January 30, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump's choice to be Secretary of Health and Human Services, appears before the Senate Finance Committee for his confirmation hearing, at the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 29, 2025.
January 30, 2025 at 7:51 PM

Sanders, RFK Jr. exchange turns contentious

Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders got another opportunity to question Kennedy at his confirmation hearing on Thursday.
January 30, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders got another opportunity to question Kennedy at his confirmation hearing on Thursday.
January 30, 2025 at 6:38 PM

Key Republicans question RFK Jr. on vaccine approvals, Lyme disease

GOP Sen. Susan Collins asked RFK Jr. about his views on certain vaccines, herd immunity and Lyme disease. Kennedy said the polio vaccine was safe and he would not reduce its availability.
January 30, 2025 at 6:38 PM
GOP Sen. Susan Collins asked RFK Jr. about his views on certain vaccines, herd immunity and Lyme disease. Kennedy said the polio vaccine was safe and he would not reduce its availability.
January 30, 2025 at 5:57 PM

RFK Jr. refuses to accept that COVID vaccines saved lives

When asked by Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., if he agrees the vaccines saved millions of lives, Kennedy said, "I don't know. We don't have a good surveillance system, unfortunately.”
January 30, 2025 at 5:57 PM
When asked by Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., if he agrees the vaccines saved millions of lives, Kennedy said, "I don't know. We don't have a good surveillance system, unfortunately.”
January 30, 2025 at 5:24 PM

Health secretary nominee RFK Jr. gives opening statement at Day 2 of hearing

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. rebukes claims he is anti-vaccine and anti-industry, saying he is “pro safety, pro good science” in front of Senate committee.
January 30, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Health secretary nominee RFK Jr. gives opening statement at Day 2 of hearing
January 30, 2025 at 3:26 AM

Senator with medical doctorate comments on RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing

ABC News’ Phil Lipof speaks with Sen. Roger Marshall of Kansas, who is also a physician, on RFK Jr.’s hearing and his chances of being confirmed as secretary of Health and Human Services.
January 30, 2025 at 3:26 AM
Senator with medical doctorate comments on RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing
January 30, 2025 at 12:57 AM

RFK Jr. grilled on vaccine comments, abortion during confirmation hearing

President Donald Trump's pick for Health and Human Services secretary had his first hearing on Wednesday. Republicans largely rallied to his defense, while Democrats peppered him with questions. 
January 30, 2025 at 12:57 AM
VIDEO: RFK Jr. grilled on vaccine comments, abortion during confirmation hearing
January 29, 2025 at 11:40 PM

Sen. Smith challenges RFK Jr. over past antidepressant comments

Democratic Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota pressed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during his confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Finance Committee.
January 29, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Democratic Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota pressed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during his confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Finance Committee.
January 29, 2025 at 11:09 PM

Sen. Warren, RFK Jr. spar over suing drug companies

Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during his confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Finance Committee.
January 29, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during his confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Finance Committee.
January 29, 2025 at 11:03 PM

As RFK Jr. faces Senate hearings, here's where he stands on vaccines, food dyes

As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces his Senate confirmation hearings to lead the HHS, here's where he stands on health issues including vaccines and food dyes.
January 29, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be Secretary of Health and Human Services walks to a meeting with Sen. Bernie Sander in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on Jan. 8, 2025, in Washington.
January 29, 2025 at 11:01 PM

Fact-checking RFK Jr.'s claims on vaccines, pesticides at confirmation hearing

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made claims during his Senate confirmation hearing on issues including vaccines, pesticides and Lyme disease. Some of them are missing context.
January 29, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump's choice to be Secretary of Health and Human Services, appears before the Senate Finance Committee for his confirmation hearing, at the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 29, 2025.
January 29, 2025 at 9:18 PM

RFK Jr. says he's not anti-vaccine despite past statements

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sparred with Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden during a hearing in front of the Senate Finance Committee.
January 29, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sparred with Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden during a hearing in front of the Senate Finance Committee.
January 29, 2025 at 7:17 PM

Senators question HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at confirmation hearing

Next, RFK Jr. will appear on Thursday before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee for another hearing.
January 29, 2025 at 7:17 PM
VIDEO: Senators question HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at confirmation hearing
January 29, 2025 at 7:02 PM

Hassan calls out RFK Jr.'s past comments on women's reproductive rights

Sen. Hassan brought up previous comments Kennedy made where he expressed support for women's right to reproductive rights, which conflicted with his latest stance that "every abortion is a tragedy."
January 29, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Sen. Hassan brought up previous comments Kennedy made where he expressed support for women's right to reproductive rights, which conflicted with his latest stance that "every abortion is a tragedy."
January 29, 2025 at 6:31 PM

Republican asks Kennedy for his 'Make America Healthy Again' vision

GOP Sen. Roger Marshall provided Kennedy an opportunity to share his "Make America Healthy Again" plan during his round of questioning.
January 29, 2025 at 6:31 PM
GOP Sen. Roger Marshall provided Kennedy an opportunity to share his "Make America Healthy Again" plan during his round of questioning.
January 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM

Sen. Bernie Sanders asks RFK jr. if health care is human right

Sanders also questioned RFK Jr. on anti-vaccine clothing aimed at children from an organization Kennedy chaired from 2015 to 2023.
January 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM
VIDEO: Sen. Bernie Sanders asks RFK jr. if health care is human right
January 29, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Kennedy's past comments on transgender children, AIDs come up at confirmation hearing

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Colorado Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet had a tense exchange over past comments made by Kennedy. 
January 29, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Colorado Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet had a tense exchange over past comments made by Kennedy. 
January 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM

RFK Jr. faces tough questions on vaccine, abortion stance

Kennedy is facing face tough questions before the Senate Finance Committee.
January 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be secretary of Health and Human Services, speaks during a meeting at the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 9, 2025.
January 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. delivers opening remarks at confirmation hearing to lead HHS

RFK Jr. appeared Wednesday before the Senate Finance Committee and delivered his opening remarks during his confirmation hearing to head the Department of Health and Human Services.
January 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
VIDEO: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. delivers opening remarks at confirmation hearing to lead HHS
January 29, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in hot seat for Senate confirmation hearing

As President Donald Trump’s nominee for director of Health and Human Services prepares to face senators at his confirmation hearing, his cousin, Caroline Kennedy, is speaking out against him.
January 29, 2025 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in hot seat for Senate confirmation hearing
January 29, 2025 at 3:02 AM

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. a 'predator,' unfit to lead HHS, Caroline Kennedy says

In a scathing letter Tuesday, Caroline Kennedy warned senators about her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., calling him a "predator."
January 29, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., US secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) nominee US President-elect Donald Trump on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, Jan. 8, 2025.
January 29, 2025 at 2:35 AM

Caroline Kennedy slams RFK Jr. as a 'predator' as confirmation hearing looms

In a letter, the daughter of former President John F. Kennedy accused her cousin of being "addicted to attention and power" ahead of his hearing for the role of health secretary on Wednesday.
January 29, 2025 at 2:35 AM
VIDEO: Caroline Kennedy slams RFK Jr. as a 'predator' as confirmation hearing looms
January 28, 2025 at 8:01 PM

Caroline Kennedy slams RFK Jr. as a 'predator'

In a scathing letter Tuesday, Caroline Kennedy warned senators about her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., calling him a "predator."
January 28, 2025 at 8:01 PM
VIDEO: Caroline Kennedy slams RFK Jr. as a 'predator'
January 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM

RFK Jr. could profit off anti-vaccine lawsuit

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. played a role in building a case against Merck's HPV vaccine and could profit from the lawsuit, even if confirmed as health secretary. ABC News’ Anne Flaherty reports.
January 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
VIDEO: RFK Jr. could profit off anti-vaccine lawsuit
January 28, 2025 at 5:55 PM

RFK Jr. says he’s not anti-vaccine. But he could profit off claim in vaccine lawsuit.

RFK Jr. played a lead role in building a case against Merck's HPV vaccine and could profit from the lawsuit alleging fraud, even if confirmed as health secretary.
January 28, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Robert Kennedy Jr. walks in the Capitol subway on Capitol Hill, Dec. 17, 2024.
January 27, 2025 at 8:29 PM

3 of Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks face confirmation hearings this week

Three of President Donald Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks will face Senate committees this week -- Tulsi Gabbard, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Kash Patel.
January 27, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., left, Tulsi Gabbard, center, and Kash Patel.
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RFK Jr. reports up to $1.2M in credit card debt, $30M net worth

From law firm payouts to endorsements and book deals, nominee for HHS secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. raked in at least $12 million in the past two years.
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In this Aug. 23, 2024 file photo, Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump shakes hands with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at a campaign rally at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Ariz.
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RFK Jr. petitioned FDA in 2021 to revoke authorization of all COVID vaccines

RFK Jr. petitioned the FDA in 2021 to revoke authorization of all COVID vaccines.
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In this Aug. 23, 2024, file photo, former Republican presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. listens during a campaign rally for Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.
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RFK Jr.'s lawyer and top ally asked FDA to revoke approval of a polio vaccine

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s personal attorney previously petitioned the Food and Drug Administration to revoke its approval of a polio vaccine.
2 months ago
Robert Kennedy Jr. speaks with others before a ceremony with President-elect Donald Trump at the New York Stock Exchange, Dec. 12, 2024, in New York.
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RFK Jr. meets with more GOP senators amid concerns about his polio vaccine views

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. returned to the Hill Tuesday to make his case to Republican senators for leadership of the Dept. of Health and Human Services.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be Secretary of Health and Human Services, moves between meetings with senators in the Hart Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill on December 17, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard return to the Hill to meet with senators

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. returned to the Hill Tuesday along with Trump's DNI pick Tulsi Gabbard to make final pitches to senators.
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VIDEO: RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard return to the Hill to meet with senators
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RFK Jr. meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been trying to win over skeptical senators who will be key to his confirmation to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.
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VIDEO: RFK Jr. meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill