Three key takeaways from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Senate confirmation hearing

CNBC January 29, 2025
Annika Kim Constantino

Key Points

– Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump’s controversial pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, testified Wednesday before a Senate panel that is crucial to advancing his nomination.

– Kennedy, 71, appeared before the Senate Committee on Finance, which will vote on whether his nomination as HHS secretary advances to the full chamber.

– He faced questions about vaccine skepticism, his evolving views on abortion and grasp of sprawling federal health programs.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump‘s controversial pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, testified Wednesday before a crucial Senate panel, where he faced questions about vaccine skepticism, his evolving views on abortion and grasp of sprawling federal...

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