RFK Jr. HHS Confirmation: Kennedy Says He Will Give Up Stake In Vaccine Lawsuit
Kennedy Jr. is revising his ethics agreement to divest his interest in litigation against an HPV vaccine maker and directing the stake to his adult son, The New York Times reported Friday, citing a written response to questions from senators who are weighing his confirmation as Health and Human Services secretary.
RFK Jr. Cites Flawed Paper Claiming Link Between Vaccines and Autism in HHS Confirmation Hearing
In his second day of confirmation hearings, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, refused to say that vaccines do not cause autism -- despite a large body of evidence showing there is no link.
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.
RFK Jr.’s Senate Testimony Is Haunted by His Track Record
During his confirmation hearings this week, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he would promote vaccines as HHS secretary, despite a long history of promoting anti-vax positions.
RFK Jr once said black people should get vaccines later than white people
In a heated confirmation hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense scrutiny over past remarks as new revelations stirred controversy and raised eyebrows.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to face Senate in confirmation hearings for HHS: How to watch
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will face the Senate for two days of confirmation hearings in a bid become the leader of Health and Human Services.
RFK Jr. confirmation could hinge on his embrace of false vaccine-autism link
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told senators he would apologize if data shows vaccines don’t cause autism, but he cited a poorly conducted study to counter the dozens that show they do not.
What’s the evidence RFK Jr. profited off vaccine lawsuits? Checking Warren’s claim
Kennedy Jr. earned more than $2.4 million as a consultant referring cases to the law firm Wisner Baum, government records show. Wisner Baum is suing Merck & Co. over allegations that the pharmaceutical company failed to properly warn patients about HPV vaccine risks.
Top Republican 'struggling' with RFK Jr.'s nomination over Kennedy's vaccine views
Kennedy, a Democrat who ran as an independent but ended up supporting Trump in the 2024 presidential campaign, was grilled by senators over his views on vaccines, abortion, Medicaid and more during two days of confirmation hearings.
RFK Jr. tries to convince skeptical senators that he won’t undermine vaccines
Kennedy’s bid to serve as America’s top health official may be decided by a handful of Republicans, including several senators who questioned him Thursday.
Senator challenges RFK Jr.’s false vaccine claims in emotional speech
In a personal and impassioned speech, Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-NH) revealed to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. her own struggle with her son’s health and the fears she had about Kennedy’s continued questioning of what has been settled science on vaccines.
Pro-RFK Jr. letter to the Senate includes names of doctors whose licenses were revoked or suspended
A letter submitted to the U.S. Senate that states it was sent by physicians in support of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination ...
RFK Jr. Confronted by Bernie Sanders About Selling Anti-Vax Onesies
Kennedy appeared before the Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday as he seeks confirmation as the nation's health secretary.
Bernie Sanders Goes Viral for Defining a 'Onesie' During Heated Exchange with RFK Jr. Over Vaccines
A clash between Bernie Sanders and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at his confirmation hearing for Secretary of Health and Human ...
What to know about RFK Jr. as he faces confirmation hearing to be top health official
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is in the midst of a contentious confirmation hearing to be the nation's top health official.
RFK Jr. Says He Would Study Abortion Pill Mifepristone for 'Safety Issues'
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Wednesday he would study the abortion pill mifepristone for "safety issues" if confirmed to lead ...
Maddow Blog | Gabbard, RFK Jr. do themselves no favors ahead of confirmation votes
The Republican-led Senate hasn't yet rejected any of Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees, but Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appear to be on shaky ground.