RFK Jr. Faces Scrutiny Over Health and Abortion Policies as HHS Nominee

President-elect Trump’s pick for Health and Human Services Secretary pledges to support pro-life policies while promoting controversial health views.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, has drawn attention for his unconventional health beliefs and past controversies.
Kennedy has assured Republican senators that he will reinstate Trump-era pro-life policies, including restrictions on taxpayer-funded abortions and abortion pill access.
He has expressed openness to revisiting FDA rules requiring in-person dispensing of the abortion pill, aligning with the pro-life agenda of key GOP lawmakers like Sen. Josh Hawley.
Kennedy’s health views, including skepticism of vaccines, fluoride in water, and processed foods, have sparked concern over his approach to public health policy.
Despite criticism, Kennedy’s positions resonate with a significant portion of voters who distrust traditional public health institutions and favor reform.