Trump nominates Robert F Kennedy Jr to lead US health agency

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy, known for his anti-vaccine stance, previously ran for president as a Democrat and then as an independent before supporting Trump. Trump announced the nomination on social media, emphasizing a need to protect Americans from harmful substances. Kennedy has suggested removing fluoride from water supplies, a policy Trump has not confirmed discussing with him. Kennedy's nomination requires Senate approval. He would oversee major health programs like Medicare and Medicaid if confirmed. His views on vaccines have drawn criticism from public health experts.