Criticism Mounts Over RFK Jr.'s HHS Nomination

The nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Department of Health and Human Services has sparked significant backlash from various officials, including Hawaii Governor Josh Green and Rep. Robert Garcia. Governor Green criticized Kennedy's anti-vaccine rhetoric, citing its role in a deadly measles outbreak in Samoa, and labeled him a 'quack scientist' lacking any public health training. Garcia described the nomination as 'irresponsible and shameful,' emphasizing Kennedy's history of conspiracy theories and his potential negative impact on public health policy. The New York Post's editorial board also condemned the selection, arguing it contradicts the medical principle of 'do no harm' and could distract from Trump's economic and immigration agenda. They characterized Kennedy's views as 'warped conspiracy theories' and warned of the implications for the HHS's oversight of crucial health programs. The opposition reflects broader concerns about Kennedy's qualifications and the potential repercussions of his leadership on public health initiatives.