RFK Jr. and Trump discuss banning fluoride in drinking water

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services, has proposed controversial policies, including the potential banning of fluoride in drinking water, which he claims is linked to various health issues. As he prepares for confirmation hearings, Kennedy faces scrutiny over his anti-vaccine stance and previous misleading claims regarding vaccines and public health. Despite his controversial views, he has garnered some support for advocating changes in the regulation of food additives and pharmaceuticals. Major health organizations, however, continue to support water fluoridation and vaccines, highlighting a significant divide between Kennedy's positions and established public health consensus. If confirmed, he would oversee key health agencies with substantial influence over U.S. health policy, raising concerns among public health experts about his ability to make science-based decisions. Kennedy's nomination has sparked a heated debate about balancing personal beliefs with public health responsibilities.