Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. (born January 17, 1954), also known by his initials RFK Jr., is an American politician, environmental lawyer, author, anti-vaccine activist, and conspiracy theorist. He is the nominee for United States Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) in President Donald Trump 's second cabinet .

1 day ago · WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial environmental lawyer turned public health critic, cleared his first hurdle on Tuesday to become the nation’s top health official when the senate finance committee voted to advance his nomination for a floor vote. Republicans voted together to advance his nomination, while Democrats all opposed.

19 hours ago · RFK Jr. HHS Confirmation: Senate Finance Panel Approves Kennedy—After Trump Boosts His Autism Claims 2 hours ago Palantir Stock Soars 27% To All-Time High—Becoming $200 Billion Company

20 hours ago · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is one step closer to being in charge of the nation's health. By one vote, the Senate Finance Committee voted to advance Kennedy, who has faced intense scrutiny over his past ...

20 hours ago · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appears likely to soon be taking the helm as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. The Senate Finance committee voted along party lines, 14-13, to ...

1 day ago · 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 ...

1 day ago · The Senate Finance Committee voted on Tuesday to forward the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to the full Senate, setting up a vote on whether Mr. Kennedy, one of the nation’s most vociferous ...

Jan 28, 2025 · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will appear before two Senate committees this week, the next steps in his bid to lead the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. There is a lot for senators to dig into. HHS secretary is a consequential job that oversees all of America's health agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the ...

Nov 15, 2024 · Robert F Kennedy Jr has been nominated by President Donald Trump to be the next US health secretary, a post that oversees everything from medical research to food safety and public welfare...

5 days ago · Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (born January 17, 1954, Washington, D.C., U.S.) is an American environmental lawyer, member of the prominent Kennedy political family, and activist who became a leading figure among vaccine skeptics.