Colorado governor faces backlash for supporting Trump’s pick of RFK Jr. as health secretary

Colorado Governor Jared Polis expressed support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s appointment as Health and Human Services Secretary by President-elect Donald Trump. Polis praised Kennedy for his role in defeating vaccine mandates in Colorado and called for reforms in drug pricing and nutrition. Polis faced backlash for his endorsement, with critics highlighting Kennedy's controversial views on vaccines and past comments about homosexuality. Some questioned Polis's previous criticisms of Kennedy, which included warnings about the potential resurgence of diseases like polio. In response to the criticism, Polis emphasized the importance of science in health policy and reiterated his vaccination status. He stated that any HHS Secretary must prioritize public health and safety while advocating for changes in institutions like the FDA.