Trump nominates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead U.S. health department
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President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. This follows Trump's campaign promise to allow Kennedy significant influence over health policy. Kennedy is known for his controversial views, including claims that vaccines cause autism and that fluoride is harmful. He has expressed a desire to significantly change U.S. health and healthcare policy. If confirmed, Kennedy will have the opportunity to implement his vision for health policy in the country.