RFK Jr. faces backlash over controversial health claims as Trump’s HHS nominee

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, faces criticism for his controversial health claims. Critics label him as unqualified and dangerous, citing his lack of a medical degree and numerous misleading statements on vaccines and COVID-19. Kennedy has made false claims about COVID-19 immunity among different racial groups and has linked vaccines to autism, despite extensive scientific evidence disproving these assertions. His anti-vaccine stance has raised concerns among health officials and experts. Additionally, Kennedy plans to promote unregulated food options, including raw milk, which poses health risks. He has suggested limiting FDA regulations on various health products, raising alarms about public health safety under his potential leadership.