Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, told CNN on Monday she intends to support the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary—news that comes ahead of the expected Senate-wide vote to confirm one of President Donald Trump’s most controversial Cabinet picks after some GOP lawmakers remained on the fence.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s cousin said he should not become President Donald Trump's health secretary, calling his medical views 'dangerous'

The Senate plans a key vote Monday to advance the nomination of Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump’s controversial pick to serve as director of national intelligence. The move could clear the way for the full Senate to vote on Gabbard’s confirmation later this week.

Republican Sen. Susan Collins signaled she will support Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.