Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. (born January 17, 1954), also known by his initials R. F. K. Jr., is an American politician, environmental lawyer, author, anti-vaccine activist, and conspiracy theorist. He is the nominee for United States Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) in President Donald Trump's second cabinet.

2 days ago · If confirmed, RFK Jr. will lead the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

3 days ago · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has cleared his first hurdle to become the nation’s top health official as the Senate finance committee voted to advance his nomination for a floor vote.

3 days ago · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is one step closer to being in charge of the nation's health. By one vote, the Senate Finance Committee voted to advance Kennedy, who has faced intense scrutiny over his past ...

3 days ago · When will Senate vote to confirm RFK Jr. as HHS secretary? After clearing a Senate committee vote, Kennedy's nomination moves to the full Senate for confirmation.

3 days ago · The Senate Finance Committee voted along party lines to send Kennedy’s bid to lead the Department of Health and Human Services to the full chamber.

3 days ago · Nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to head Health and Human Services Department wins Sen. Bill Cassidy's support.

Jan 28, 2025 · Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's controversial pick to head the federal Department of Health and Human Services, will appear Wednesday before a Senate panel that is crucial to advance...

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (born January 17, 1954, Washington, D.C., U.S.) is an American environmental lawyer, member of the prominent Kennedy political family, and activist who became a leading figure among vaccine skeptics.

Jul 20, 2023 · Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is the nephew of America’s 35th President, John F. Kennedy, and the son of his Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy. Both of them lost their lives to the assassin’s bullet: JFK in 1963, and RFK, Sr. in the midst of his 1968 Presidential campaign. Rather than immediately ente.