Trump’s selection of RFK Jr. for top health role elicits mixed reactions

President-elect Donald Trump’s pick of vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to serve as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services has sparked mixed reactions from senators and potential challenges during the confirmation process. Senate Republicans, including Sen. John Thune, have not yet indicated their support for Kennedy, stating that the vetting process is just beginning. Some Republican senators, such as Bill Cassidy, expressed enthusiasm for the appointment. Democrats, on the other hand, immediately condemned Kennedy’s selection as dangerous and disturbing due to his views on vaccines. Kennedy has previously made false claims about vaccines being linked to autism, which has been widely debunked by scientific evidence. Despite the criticism from Democrats, Colorado Governor Jared Polis expressed excitement about Kennedy’s selection, emphasizing the importance of science in health policy. With Republicans holding a majority in the Senate, Kennedy’s confirmation may face challenges, particularly if there is opposition within the party. Overall, reactions to Kennedy’s nomination for Secretary of HHS have been polarized, with both supporters and critics voicing their concerns and reservations about his qualifications and views on vaccines.

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