FactChecking RFK Jr.’s Other Health Claims During HHS Confirmation Hearings
Here, we explain the facts behind several more of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims during his two Senate hearings as nominee for Health and Human Services secretary.
Fact-Checking Kennedy’s Health Claims in His Confirmation Hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nominee to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, made a number of disputed claims.
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Robert F Kennedy Jr has promised to Make America Healthy Again. Is his plan woo-woo or common sense?
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. worries anti-obesity drugs could ‘double insurance costs for employers’
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The Junk Science of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
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RFK Jr. claims ultra-processed foods are “poison.” What does he plan to do about it?
UPFs are commercially manufactured food products that have undergone significant processing. UPFs don’t resemble their raw ...
Rep. David Schweikert backs RFK Jr. on obesity and chronic disease issues
Rep. David Schweikert applauded RFK’s concern about obesity and chronic disease, without mentioning his history of ...
Sen. Bernie Sanders Grills RFK Jr. on Abortion, Vaccines
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I., Vt.), thought to be a possible “yes” vote on Robert F. Kennedy Jr. because they have some shared ...
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RFK Jr. takes aim at GRAS & GLP-1s for children in 2nd Senate hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sounded concern on the GRAS process and claimed GLP-1s are “miracle drugs” but fell short on the drugs ...
Key moments from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s first hearing as he battled Dems, fended off attacks on vaccines, climate change and obesity
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s pick to run the Department of Health and Human Services, squared off with Democratic ...