RFK Jr. confirmation hearing: Kennedy was grilled on his abortion flip-flop. Here’s what he said
President Trump’s highly controversial pick to head the HHS, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., faced a series of tough questions from skeptical congressional Democrats, including Senator Bernie Sanders. Robert F.
RFK Jr tells lawmakers that ‘every abortion is a tragedy’ at confirmation hearing
President Donald Trump's Health and Human Services nominee, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., told lawmakers that he agrees that 'every abortion is a tragedy.'
4 takeaways from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s confirmation hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confronted with a number of his baseless claims and a vexing abortion issue. But Republican senators treaded lightly.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation is a coin toss
After watching 6-plus hours of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testifying before two Senate committees, I have no idea whether he'll be confirmed as HHS secretary — I could see it going either way. Yes, but: It was still incredibly interesting to watch Kennedy reintroduce himself after decades in the public eye,
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Grilled on Vaccines and Insurance in Contentious Hearing
RFK Jr. claimed he is not “anti-vaccine” and appeared unfamiliar with key aspects of healthcare insurance programs in his confirmation hearing.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces tough questions on vaccine views during Health and Human Services nomination hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense scrutiny Wednesday on Capitol Hill as he sought confirmation for the role of Health and Human Services secretary.
'Like he’s a rockstar': scenes from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation hearings
The hearings were packed to capacity with protesters and fans, while the spillover crowd hung out in hallways and overflow rooms.
3 Key Takeaways from RFK Jr.’s Second Senate Confirmation Hearing
Should Kennedy gain confirmation, he would oversee HHS’s $1.7 trillion budget and hold influence over the foods and drugs that affect the daily lives of Americans.
‘I never said it': RFK Jr. downplays past statements during Senate confirmation hearing
Kennedy, appearing astonished at times, consistently downplayed and denied controversial things he had said in podcasts, conferences or TV interviews, even though the senators quoted him directly. On several occasions,
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.
RFK Jr. Faces Tough Questions at First Confirmation Hearing
Kennedy Jr. faced a plethora of tough questions on vaccines, abortion and public health policy during his Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday as President Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS).
What US adults think of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his views on vaccines, fluoride and raw milk
WASHINGTON — Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine advocacy is outside the mainstream. His previous statements on abortion ...
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RFK Jr.'s mixed abortion views have not stopped backing of anti-abortion advocates
Anti-abortion advocates have expressed concern but not opposition to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Health and Human ...
Democrats hammer RFK Jr. on vaccine comments, abortion
Kennedy, a Democrat who ended up supporting Trump in the 2024 presidential campaign, now faces two separate confirmation ...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s famous name and controversial views collide in his bid for top health job
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said vaccines are not safe. His support for abortion access has made conservatives uncomfortable.
Sen. Maggie Hassan accuses Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of flip-flopping on abortion
The time Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spent in New Hampshire as a presidential candidate became the subject of key moments during ...
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Pledges to Carry Out Trump’s Policies on Abortion, Conscience Rights
In the three-hour hearing, Kennedy fielded questions on his interpretation of Title X, late-term abortions, mifepristone, ...
Kennedy as health secretary a struggle for key Republican US senator
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Nevada Sen. Cortez Masto grills Kennedy during hearing, questions his independence
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he didn’t know if women in some states would be entitled to emergency care for an incomplete miscarriage under a law that guarantees services regardless of the ability to ...