Trump selects Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy, known for his opposition to vaccinations, previously ran for president in 2024. Trump stated that Kennedy will focus on restoring scientific integrity and transparency in public health. Kennedy has made controversial claims about vaccines but insists he supports informed choice regarding vaccination. Kennedy has faced scrutiny for various incidents, including past statements about health and environmental issues. A federal investigation into a past incident involving a whale carcass was recently closed with no findings against him.