Billionaire Shanahan Threatens Senators Over HHS Nomination

Nicole Shanahan, former running mate of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has threatened to use her wealth to unseat U.S. Senators who oppose Kennedy's nomination as Secretary of Health and Human Services. In a video posted online, Shanahan named specific senators and warned that she would fund primary challengers against them if they voted against Kennedy, citing her previous financial support for key Democratic wins as leverage. The controversial nomination of Kennedy, known for his anti-vaccine stance, has garnered bipartisan attention, with Shanahan emphasizing this is a message for both Republicans and Democrats. Her list includes notable senators like Mitch McConnell, Lindsey Graham, and Cory Booker, among others. Shanahan insists that senators are either for transparency and accountability or obstructing the future health of America's children. The confirmation hearing for Kennedy is set to begin shortly, and Shanahan's aggressive approach highlights the increasing influence of political donors.