Trump Nominates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), a position that oversees key public health agencies including the CDC and FDA. Kennedy, an environmental lawyer and vaccine skeptic, recently ended his independent presidential campaign and endorsed Trump. His nomination aligns with Trump's agenda to tackle what he describes as a 'chronic disease epidemic' and reform health policies in the U.S. However, Kennedy's controversial views on vaccines and public health regulations have raised concerns among some lawmakers. The Senate's confirmation of his appointment remains uncertain, with many Republicans yet to express their positions. If confirmed, Kennedy will lead a $1.7 trillion agency charged with critical health oversight.