Trump nominates RFK Jr. for health and human services secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the next Secretary of Health and Human Services. This nomination could lead to a contentious Senate confirmation process due to Kennedy's controversial views on vaccines and public health. Kennedy, who previously ran for president on a public health platform, has advocated for significant changes in federal health agencies. He has expressed intentions to overhaul the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and he has been critical of vaccine safety protocols. The announcement has already impacted the stock prices of vaccine manufacturers, with notable declines following the news. Kennedy's nomination is expected to face scrutiny, particularly from Democrats who have raised concerns about his lack of scientific credentials and his history of promoting vaccine skepticism.