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Concerns Rise Over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Nomination for HHS Secretary Amid Financial Conflict Allegations

Senators express serious doubts regarding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for Health and Human Services Secretary due to potential financial conflicts tied to vaccine litigation.

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  1. RFK Jr. avoids answering senators' written vaccine questions

    Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s evasive responses regarding his vaccine views only deepen the uncertainty surrounding his nomination, leaving senators in a precarious position as they prepare to make a critical decision.

    RFK Jr. avoids answering senators' written vaccine questions

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  2. Democratic senators say they have 'grave concerns' over RFK Jr.'s potential financial conflicts

    The hesitance from Democratic senators regarding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Secretary of Health and Human Services underscores serious concerns about his financial conflicts of interest, particularly given his extensive ties to vaccine litigation.

    Democratic senators say they have 'grave concerns' over RFK Jr.'s potential financial conflicts

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  3. Dem Sens Demand RFK Jr. Recusal From Vaccine Matters if Confirmed

    The intense scrutiny surrounding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as the top U.S. health official underscores a growing concern over the potential consequences of appointing someone with such a controversial stance on vaccines to oversee vital health policies.

    Dem Sens Demand RFK Jr. Recusal From Vaccine Matters if Confirmed

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Updated: Feb 3rd, 2025, 11:54 AM ET

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Two Democratic senators have raised concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for Health and Human Services Secretary, citing potential financial conflicts linked to vaccine litigation. Kennedy's financial disclosures revealed ties to law firms involved in vaccine-related lawsuits, prompting senators to demand commitments regarding recusal from decisions impacting vaccines and assurance of ethical conduct post-nomination. As the Finance Committee prepares to vote, Kennedy faces bipartisan scrutiny, with senators from both parties questioning his commitment to science and vaccine safety amid allegations of possible financial incentives.

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