Trump nominates RFK Jr. as health czar raising concerns among health officials

Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the head of the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy is known for his skepticism about vaccines and public health measures, raising concerns among health officials about potential misinformation and public distrust. CDC Director Mandy Cohen expressed worries about Kennedy's influence on health policy, particularly regarding his controversial views on vaccines and community water fluoridation. She hopes for constructive dialogue with Kennedy and Trump's team. Kennedy's role as Health Czar does not require Senate approval, allowing him significant power over health regulations and funding. His leadership could lead to major changes in public health policy, prompting alarm among officials at the CDC, FDA, and NIH.