Trump Maintains Support for Health Secretary Kennedy Amid Vaccine Policy Controversy

President Donald Trump continues to support Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services despite bipartisan criticism and public health concerns over Kennedy's controversial vaccine policies. Kennedy's tenure has included restricting COVID-19 vaccine access, cutting vaccine research funding, and ousting the CDC director, actions that have alarmed health experts and lawmakers. During a combative Senate hearing, Kennedy defended his decisions and clashed with senators, while Trump praised him for being "different" and appreciated his unconventional approach to health issues. Although Trump does not share all of Kennedy's strong views, he trusts his judgment and values the support of the Make America Healthy Again coalition that helped secure his election. Kennedy's upcoming HHS report linking autism with Tylenol use in pregnancy has sparked further controversy and market reactions, illustrating the ongoing divide over vaccine policies within the administration and Congress. Despite mounting pressure for Kennedy to resign, Trump remains reluctant to distance himself from the health secretary, emphasizing loyalty and Kennedy's combativeness as assets.