Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Seeks HHS Confirmation

Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana is advocating for a clean continuing resolution to secure government funding and disaster recovery aid, emphasizing the need for President-elect Trump to unite Republican House members for support. Meanwhile, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is actively meeting with senators to gain backing for his nomination as head of the Department of Health and Human Services, despite controversy surrounding his views on vaccines and public health policies. His confirmation hearings are expected to be contentious, with concerns from both parties about his vaccine safety stance. Kennedy describes his Capitol Hill discussions as productive but faces skepticism from lawmakers, particularly Republicans like Sen. Lisa Murkowski, who emphasizes the importance of science and bipartisan cooperation. The upcoming Senate meetings, including those with Democrats, may shape the discourse on health policies amid ongoing criticism of Kennedy's views. As the legislative session approaches, the outcomes of these engagements will be closely monitored.