Opinion: Why Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has captured the attention of everyday moms
The recent Senate confirmation hearings for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. presented a striking scene that would confuse a time traveler from 10 years ago. Democratic lawmakers took turns excoriating a man who once embodied their ideals.
Here’s why a 6-year-old deadly measles outbreak in Samoa came up in the RFK Jr. hearing
Samoa was facing a measles vaccine crisis. Then RFK Jr. swooped in.
Hawaii Governor Calls Out RFK Jr.’s ‘Bulls--t’ on Deadly Samoa Measles Outbreak
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Senate confirmation hearing and the rise of anti-science quackery
Backed by dozens of ultra-right anti-vaccine zealots in the audience, Kennedy engaged in over three hours of lies, half-truths, and disinformation in his effort to become the top general in Trump’s war on public health.
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7 things about RFK Jr. you should know ahead of his Senate hearings
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has built his fortune and reputation on disparaging the government scientists and institutions he's now in line to lead as HHS secretary.
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Doctors opposing RFK Jr. rally in the lead-up to his confirmation
Many health professionals are lining up against Trump's pick for health secretary. They say his anti-vaccine views could cost lives. Some of his supporters embrace his stance.
Samoa’s government embroiled in political turmoil
The instability in Samoa reflects growing turmoil across the Pacific amid social unrest and the US-led war drive aimed at China.
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Gov. Green blames Kennedy for measles deaths in Samoa
It was a spasm of tragedy on a remote Pacific island that only a few months later was overshadowed by a pandemic. But to Gov. Josh Green of Hawaii, the measles outbreak on neighboring Samoa that killed 83 people,
RFK Jr faces tough questions in second confirmation hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump's nominee for Health and Human Services secretary, faced intense scrutiny Thursday at his second confirmation hearing before the Senate Health, Education,
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Hawaiʻi students not up to date with routine immunizations
A recent report from the state Department of Health shows that more and more local students are not up to date with their school-required immunizations. According to statistics released earlier this year,
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s famous name and controversial views collide in his bid for top health job
WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said vaccines are not safe. His support for abortion access has made conservatives uncomfortable. And farmers across the Midwest are nervous over his talk of banning corn syrup and pesticides from America’s food supply.
The Latest: RFK Jr. grilled over shifting positions on vaccines and abortion
Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s confirmation hearings began Wednesday before the Senate Finance Committee. He appears before the Health, Education, Labor and Pension committee on Thursday.
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Trump administration picks face confirmation hearings as president forges ahead with agenda
Several of Donald Trump’s picks for his Cabinet and key roles in his administration are facing confirmation hearings in the Senate today as the president continues to implement executive actions to transform the government.