Overview
- The 13-page resolution alleges abuse of authority and endangerment of public health through deep research cuts, elimination of mRNA and vaccine-hesitancy studies, and changes to vaccine recommendations.
- Stevens points to upheaval at federal health agencies, citing mass staff departures at the CDC and the firing or replacement of expert advisory panels as signs of eroded scientific capacity.
- HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon defended Kennedy, saying he is focused on improving Americans’ health and lowering costs while dismissing the impeachment push as partisan theatrics.
- The measure is widely viewed as symbolic given the Republican majority in the House, and Democratic leaders have not rallied behind advancing it.
- Science advocacy groups, including Stand Up For Science, have urged Kennedy’s removal, as Stevens presses the case while running in a competitive 2026 Michigan Senate primary.