Trump nominates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary, faces criticism from Democrats

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Kennedy, known for his anti-vaccine stance, will oversee drug safety, food regulations, and medical research, pending Senate confirmation. Senator Patty Murray criticized the nomination, calling it a "disaster" for public health. Kennedy has promoted controversial views, including the debunked claim that vaccines cause autism. Trump expressed confidence in Kennedy's ability to restore scientific integrity to health agencies and address the nation's health crisis. The nomination has sparked significant concern among some lawmakers.