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Over 17,000 Doctors Urge Senate to Reject Trump's Nominee RFK Jr. for Health Secretary

Jan 9, 2025, 05:39 PM

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as the next U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services by President-elect Donald Trump has sparked significant controversy and opposition. Over 17,000 doctors have signed a letter urging the Senate to reject Kennedy's confirmation, citing his history of spreading misinformation about vaccines and other public health issues. Critics argue that his appointment could endanger public health. Kennedy has been meeting with key senators, including Democrats Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, as well as Republicans like Bill Cassidy and John Cornyn, to garner support for his nomination. Despite opposition, Senator Cornyn has pledged to support Kennedy's confirmation, emphasizing Trump's right to assemble his team. The Senate has yet to set a date for Kennedy's confirmation hearing, and his nomination remains uncertain as he faces criticism from both sides of the political spectrum.