Trump nominates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead U.S. health agency

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy is known for his environmental activism and controversial views on vaccines, which have raised concerns among health experts. Experts have expressed alarm over Kennedy's nomination, citing his history of spreading vaccine misinformation. They warn that his leadership could lead to increased vaccine hesitancy and negatively impact public health initiatives in the U.S. and globally. There is uncertainty about Kennedy's confirmation by the GOP-controlled Senate. Analysts suggest that if confirmed, his policies could affect various health agencies, including the FDA and CDC, but the full impact remains unclear until specific proposals are revealed.