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Kennedy Family Member Discusses Political Divide on RFK Jr.'s Actions
Tim Shriver, a member of the Kennedy family, described the impact of political differences within the family related to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s decisions. He highlighted efforts to address broader divisions through a new initiative. The discussion occurred during a recent television appearance.
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Tim Shriver, nephew of former President John F. Kennedy and CEO of UNITE, discussed the political differences within the Kennedy family during an appearance on 'Special Report' on Tuesday. He stated that the divide over Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has affected family members across generations, including his own siblings and children.
The differences became public when Robert F.
Kennedy Jr. ran for president initially as a Democrat, then as an independent, and later endorsed a Republican candidate. In August 2024, several Kennedy family members issued a statement in response to the endorsement.
“Our brother Bobby’s decision to endorse Trump today is a betrayal of the values that our father and our family hold most dear. It is a sad ending to a sad story.”
A year later, some family members urged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to resign from his position as Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Shriver, who is Robert F.
Kennedy Jr.'s cousin, said he plans to have dinner with him next week. He noted a similar approach in 2024, when he hosted Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Thanksgiving despite the recent endorsement and family statement. Shriver stated that such divisions contribute to broader societal issues, adding that estimates indicate about 100 million Americans have ended family relationships due to differences.
