Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. (born January 17, 1954), also known by his initials R. F. K. 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 .

3 days 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.

3 days ago · The Senate Finance Committee voted 14-13 to send Robert F. Kennedy's nomination as HHS secretary to the full Senate. The full Senate vote is expected to take place later this week or next.

3 days ago · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cleared a key hurdle Tuesday after a Senate panel voted to advance his nomination to be health and human services secretary to the full chamber. In a 14-13 vote along party ...

3 days ago · Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial Cabinet nominee, advanced to the full Senate after Republican senator Bill Cassidy, a potential swing vote, ultimately voted in his favor.

Jan 29, 2025 · The stumbling performance by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s pick to serve as health secretary, at his first confirmation hearing on Wednesday did not appear to have an immediate ...

Jan 31, 2025 · 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.

Nov 15, 2024 · Robert F Kennedy Jr has been nominated to be the next US health secretary, but some of his views are not backed by science.