Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an antivaccine advocate and former independent presidential candidate, claimed that former President Donald Trump wants him to select leaders for key public health agencies, including the CDC, FDA, and NIH, should Trump win re-election. During an appearance with Tucker Carlson, Kennedy expressed his intention to help 'unravel the capture of the agencies by corrupt influence' and praised Trump's instincts regarding public health policies. He emphasized that he would be involved in restoring public health and addressing chronic disease epidemics. Kennedy had previously suspended his presidential campaign to endorse Trump and discussed the possibility of serving on Trump's transition team. Concerns have been raised by Democrats and public health advocates regarding Kennedy's potential role in a future administration, particularly as Health and Human Services secretary. Trump's campaign spokesperson labeled discussions about roles in a potential second term as 'premature.'