Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. (born January 17, 1954), also known by his initials RFK Jr., is an American politician, environmental lawyer, author, anti-vaccine activist, and conspiracy theorist serving since 2025 as the 26th United States secretary of health and human services.

Feb 27, 2025 · Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is the 26th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Nov 14, 2024 · President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to appoint Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Health and Human Services Department will put a prominent vaccine skeptic at the helm of the nation’s sprawling public health apparatus.

5 days ago · Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (born January 17, 1954, Washington, D.C., U.S.) is an American environmental lawyer who serves as secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2025– ) in the second administration of Pres. Donald Trump. He is a member of the prominent Kennedy political family and a leading figure among vaccine skeptics.

Feb 13, 2025 · WASHINGTON – Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. today was sworn in as the 26 th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in the Oval Office by Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Neil Gorsuch.. Immediately following the ceremony, President Trump with Secretary Kennedy by his side, signed the “Establishing the President’s Make America Healthy Again Commission ...

Mar 26, 2024 · Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the son of former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of former President John F. Kennedy, is an attorney, environmental and anti-vaccine activist, and...

Feb 13, 2025 · Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to serve as secretary of Health and Human Services was narrowly confirmed by the Senate on Thursday. The final vote was 52-48. Sen. Mitch McConnell, who overcame polio at a young age, was the sole Republican to oppose Kennedy and vote no. Democrats were unanimous in their opposition to Kennedy.

Mar 18, 2024 · The lack of excitement many Americans feel about a presidential rematch has heightened interest in alternatives to the major-party candidates like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., whose famous name has helped him build buzz for his independent bid.

Jan 29, 2025 · Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's controversial pick to head the federal Department of Health and Human Services, will appear Wednesday before a Senate panel that is crucial to advance his...

Feb 14, 2025 · Following a close 52 to 48 vote, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was sworn in as Secretary of Health and Human Services on Thursday afternoon. "Just as I promised last year, Bobby is going to lead a great ...