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RFK Jr.’s Hearing Repeatedly Disrupted by Protests Over His Hypocrisy
Robert F. Kennedy’s first confirmation hearing Wednesday to become secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services was quickly interrupted by protesters over the Trump nominee’s vaccine positions. During his opening remarks, Kennedy said under oath that he is “not anti-vaccine”—but people standing in the back of the room weren’t convinced.
As RFK Jr.’s hearings begin, so will scrutiny on his familiarity with key health programs
The job Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is seeking is defined by the task of overseeing Medicare and Medicaid, which he's shown little interest in.
RFK Jr. stumbles over basics of Medicare, Medicaid during Senate confirmation hearings
Kennedy struggled to identify and explain the fundamental aspects of Medicare, which provides coverage to older and disabled Americans.
Watch highlights from RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump’s controversial selection to run the Department of Health and Human Services, began two days of confirmation hearings before Senate committees on Jan. 29.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s words used against him during contentious hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense scrutiny about previous statements at his first confirmation hearing for DHHS secretary.
Takeaways From Day 2 of Kennedy’s Confirmation Hearings
Robert F. Kennedy, President Trump’s nominee for health secretary, vigorously defended his views on vaccines, and a key senator still has clear doubts.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation hearing to be health secretary: Five things to look for
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s famous name, populist stances and loyal following have earned him President Donald Trump’s support, but will that get him the votes he needs from the Republican-controlled Senate to become the nation’s top health official?
Full Replay: Day Two Of Confirmation Hearings For Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will face the Senate Health Committee on Thursday morning for a second day of confirmation hearings, after testifying before the Senare Finance Committee on Wednesday.
The Risks of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The issue isn’t only his troubling views but whether a complex federal agency can function effectively under his leadership.
'Struggling with your nomination': 4 takeaways from RFK Jr., Gabbard, Patel hearings
Tulsi Gabbard, Kash Patel and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are among Trump's more controversial nominees, and faced tough questions from senators Thursday.
Some of Trump’s more controversial picks will appear before Senate committees to make their case
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Tulsi Gabbard and Kash Patel are expected to be grilled by senators during their confirmation hearings ...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggles to answer questions on Medicare and Medicaid at confirmation hearing
If approved, Kennedy will control a $1.7 trillion agency that oversees food and hospital inspections, hundreds of health ...
Robert Kennedy Jr. Confirmation Hearing: Time and How To Watch
To watch Kennedy's confirmation hearing, viewers can look to the Senate Finance Committee website on Wednesday and the Senate ...
5 Health Topics Likely to Come Up During Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Hearings
While Mr. Kennedy, seeking the job of health secretary, has been vocal about vaccines and his desire to overhaul the nation’s ...
What to Expect from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Confirmation Hearings
If confirmed by the Senate, Kennedy would head the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which oversees many of the ...
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Trump administration profile: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
President Donald Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services on Nov.
R.F.K. Jr. Appears Unfamiliar With Key Elements of Medicare and Medicaid
In testimony to the Senate Finance Committee, Mr. Kennedy seemed to confuse the two government programs that cover more than ...
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Trump Cabinet Confirmation Hearings: Live Updates
Lawmakers are set to grill Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Tulsi Gabbard and Kash Patel, three of Trump’s most controversial Cabinet ...