The potential secretary for Health and Human Services has been forced to defend his previous anti-vaccine stances at his senate hearing.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense scrutiny during his Senate confirmation hearing for his stance on vaccines, where he denied being anti-vaccine. Despite his controversial statements in the past, Kennedy Jr. emphasized his concerns are centered on vaccine safety and transparency rather than opposition to vaccines themselves. He argued that his criticisms have been misconstrued and that he supports vaccines when they are proven safe and effective. During the hearing, senators challenged him with evidence of his previous comments suggesting links between vaccines and conditions like autism, which he attempted to clarify by stating his focus is on rigorous scientific scrutiny and public trust in health policies. The session highlighted the ongoing debate over vaccine safety, with Kennedy Jr. positioning himself as an advocate for more research and less governmental overreach in vaccine mandates.
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Wed, January 29, 2025
