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ZeroHedgefinance10 hrs ago
HHS Proposes Narrow Injury Table for COVID-19 Vaccines Under Compensation Program That Has Rejected 99% of Claims
The Department of Health and Human Services released a description of a proposed rule on July 1, 2026, to create an injury table listing presumed vaccine side effects eligible for compensation. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had ended the COVID-19 emergency declaration ea…
Washington Examinerpolitics6 days ago
Trump Nominates Medicare Director Chris Klomp as Deputy HHS Secretary
Klomp currently directs Medicare and advises HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He previously served on the board of fertility company Maven Clinic and negotiated drug price deals.
abcnews.go.comfinance8 days ago
Former CDC Chief Medical Officer and Other Officials Leave Agency Amid Measles Outbreak Response
Debra Houry resigned along with other top officials after disagreeing with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s measles guidance. She said the advice favored an existing agenda over scientific recommendations for vaccination.
dailykos.compolitics8 days ago
Trump Administration Restores Presidential Physical Fitness Test
The Trump administration relaunched the Presidential Physical Fitness Test this week. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined youth fitness activities as part of the rollout, following an executive order signed last year.
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finance11 days ago
HHS Secretary Reports One Million Obamacare Enrollees Lacked Social Security Numbers
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated on June 27 that one million people were enrolled in Obamacare plans without Social Security numbers. The disclosure came in a video posted on X with Dr. Mehmet Oz. The Trump administration pledged stronger anti-frau…
cnbc.comscience12 days agoUpdated
Senator Cassidy confirms HHS secretary after securing vaccine data commitments
Sen. Bill Cassidy said he supported Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services secretary to place guardrails around vaccine policy. The Louisiana Republican also stated that some commitments made during the confirmation process have since been broken.
Los Angeles Timespolitics15 days ago
HHS Reviews Sponsors for Over 500 Children in Long-Term Custody
Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. alleging plans to deport more than 500 unaccompanied children in federal custody. The department denied any such plans and said its focus is on placing children with vetted sponsors.
prnewswire.comscience15 days ago
Vaccine Makers at BIO Conference Report Greater Optimism Than a Year Ago
Executives at the BIO international conference in San Diego said they feel more optimistic despite recent federal actions on mRNA contracts and research funding. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has cancelled major mRNA vaccine contracts and cut government support for vacci…
thegatewaypundit.comscience16 days ago
Democratic senators question Moms.gov website
Eleven Democratic senators sent a letter to President Trump and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. questioning the accuracy of information and data handling on the federal pregnancy-resource website launched on Mother’s Day.
upi.comscience19 days ago
White House sends Health Secretary to battleground districts ahead of midterms
The White House has directed Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to campaign in competitive House districts. He is promoting administration health initiatives as Republicans seek to retain control of Congress.
washingtonpost.compolitics23 days ago
U.S. Announces Over $700 Million for Addiction and Mental Health Programs
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the funding on Wednesday at an Easterseals clinic in Michigan. The money supports community-based care for substance use disorders and serious mental illness.
The Guardianworld25 days ago
Kennedy Seeks Explanation from Journal Editor on Removal of 2021 Vaccine Paper by 25 June
U.S. health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. posted a letter on X on Monday seeking answers from the editor of Toxicology Reports about the spring removal of a 2021 paper. The journal said the paper contained serious methodological flaws that could pose risks to public health.
Wiredworld25 days ago
Federal Officials Seek Schedule I Status for 7-OH Compound
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary have called for the DEA to place 7-hydroxymitragynine under Schedule I restrictions. Kratom industry groups and some consumers oppose the move while others support limits on concentrated p…
The Guardianscience28 days ago
Clinics Offer Umbilical Cord Stem Cell Injections to Autistic Children
U.S. clinics in Florida, Texas and other states are providing unapproved umbilical cord stem cell infusions to autistic children as young as 18 months. The treatments cost up to $20,000 per session and lack FDA approval. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. h…
Statscience30 days ago
SAMHSA Letter Urges Medications for Opioid Addiction as Pathway to Recovery, Not Lifelong Use
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration issued guidance in April cautioning against indefinite use of medications for opioid use disorder. The move follows earlier statements by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. endorsing those same treatments.
The Sydney Morning Heraldscience42 days ago
Australian Writer Describes Antidepressant Withdrawal While Discussing U.S. Health Secretary's Proposal
A freelance writer detailed personal withdrawal symptoms after stopping venlafaxine. The account references U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s announced campaign to reduce psychiatric drug use.
New York Posttechnology45 days ago
Health Secretary Posts Video of Removing Snakes From Patio
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared video of himself capturing two black racer snakes at a property linked to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Oz. His wife, Cheryl Hines, urged caution during the encounter.
New York Postworld48 days ago
HHS Secretary Discusses Screen Time Limits for Children
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited Iowa to support a state bill and highlighted a new Surgeon General advisory on screen use. The report recommends school restrictions and age-appropriate limits at home.
Washington Examinerpolitics51 days ago
U.S. Officials Discuss Illegal Chinese Vape Products and Domestic Alternatives
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told Congress that legal American-made vape products are needed to reduce illegal Chinese imports. The FDA has begun reviewing additional flavored vape applications that have been pending for years. Congress has allocated…
The Washington Postworld52 days ago
Trump Administration Intelligence Official Amaryllis Fox Kennedy Resigns from Two Posts
Amaryllis Fox Kennedy, a senior Trump administration intelligence official and daughter-in-law of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is stepping down this week from roles at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the Office of Management a…
Fox Newstechnology53 days ago
Alabama Teen Begins Experimental Cancer Treatment After Viral Video
A 15-year-old Alabama boy with stage 4 osteosarcoma started experimental gene therapy after a secretly posted Facebook video gained national attention. The video drew support from President Trump, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Dr. Mehmet Oz.
Statpolitics55 days ago
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Resigns After One Year in Trump Administration
Marty Makary stepped down from the FDA on Tuesday, ending a tenure that began with a high-profile announcement on Covid-19 vaccine recommendations alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Jay Bhattacharya. His arrival coincided with mass dismissals of career officials by the Departmen…
citizen.co.zapolitics56 days ago
RFK Jr. Announces He Will Not Run for President in 2028
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told KFF Health News he has no plans to seek the presidency again as a Republican. His remarks came amid tensions with some MAHA supporters over vaccine policy and recent Trump administration nominations at the CDC and sur…
usmagazine.compolitics56 days ago
HHS Secretary Kennedy Says He Will Not Run for President in 2028
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated he has no plans to seek the presidency in 2028. Kennedy faces competing pressures from Make America Healthy Again supporters who want stronger action on vaccines and pesticides and from the Trump administration. He…
Newsweekworld57 days ago
Cleveland Clinic Clarifies RFK Jr. Did Not Control Robotic Instruments During Live Heart Surgery
KFF Health News revised its story after Cleveland Clinic clarified that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. did not operate robotic surgical instruments on a live heart patient. The initial version prompted social media backlash, including a widely viewed post by Brandy Zadrozny. Surgeon Vamsi…
nbcnews.comscience58 days ago
Bill Cassidy Loses Republican Primary
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy, who voted to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary despite his own pro-vaccine record, is trailing in polls ahead of this weekend's Republican primary. Cassidy's vote, intended to build bridges with the Trump administration, has drawn atta…
foxnews.comscience59 days ago
Trump Administration Eases Alcohol Consumption Guidelines Amid Elevated but Declining Death Rates
A STAT investigation finds alcohol kills nearly 500 Americans daily with deaths still elevated years after a 16 percent pandemic surge. President Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., both personally affected by alcohol addiction, have not pursued major new policies t…
Wiredtechnology59 days ago
Administration Officials Discuss Fertility Rates and IVF Coverage at Maternal Health Event
Officials at a maternal health care event addressed declining fertility rates in the United States and announced a proposal for employers to offer coverage for in-vitro fertilization and other fertility treatments. Health and Human Services secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cited s…
The Independentpolitics59 days ago
White House Asks HHS Secretary to Limit Public Vaccine Skepticism
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was asked by the White House to reduce public statements questioning vaccines ahead of the midterms. The secretary is still directing a multi-agency review of vaccine science that focuses on unproven theories linking vacci…
The Bbcscience60 days ago
Marty Makary Resigns as FDA Commissioner
President Donald Trump confirmed the departure of Marty Makary, who had served as FDA commissioner since March 2025. Kyle Diamantas, the agency's top food regulator, will step in as acting commissioner. Makary is the latest top health official to leave under Health and Human Serv…
indianexpress.comscience60 days ago
Kennedy Launches Review of Vaccines’ Possible Role in Chronic Disease
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is leading a wide-ranging inquiry into whether vaccines contribute to chronic disease, including renewed examination of possible links to autism and thimerosal. The New York Times reported the effort is a top priority even as the White House…
nbcnews.compolitics62 days agoUpdated
Trump Removes FDA Commissioner Marty Makary
President Trump has approved a plan to dismiss FDA Commissioner Marty Makary after months of clashes over vaping approvals, vaccine policies, drug rejections and agency personnel turmoil. The move, first reported by the Wall Street Journal on May 8, 2026, would create another hig…
fda.govscience64 days ago
FDA Hires 350 Staff After Cutting 3,500 Positions Last Year
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired around 3,500 workers from the Food and Drug Administration last year. The agency is now seeking to hire more than 3,200 people, including scientific reviewers and investigators. As of late April, it had hired about 3…
nbcnews.comworld65 days ago
Kennedy Withdraws 2015 FDA Proposal to Ban Minors From Tanning Beds
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pulled the 2015 rule in March after more than 8,000 public comments. The proposal would have prohibited teens from using tanning beds and required adults to sign risk acknowledgment forms. Skin cancer experts cited tripled…
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abcnews.go.compolitics72 days ago
Shooting at White House Correspondents' Dinner Draws Historical Comparisons to Past Political Violence
A shooting incident occurred at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on April 25, 2026, leading to the evacuation of attendees including HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President Trump. Historians noted parallels to political violence in the 1960s and 1970s.
The Guardiantechnology72 days ago
Judge Strikes Down RFK Jr.'s Directive on Minors' Medicaid Gender Care
A federal judge in Oregon ruled that Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s December 2025 declaration on gender-affirming care for minors violates the law, following a lawsuit by 19 states and the District of Columbia. The ruling halts threats to withhold Med…
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nypost.comai77 days ago
The View Co-Hosts Criticize RFK Jr.'s Health Policies
Co-hosts of ABC's The View expressed concerns about Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s fitness for office and the administration's health policies during a Thursday broadcast. They referenced his Senate hearings and past personal struggles. The discussion…
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President Defends Drug Price Reduction Calculations During White House Event
The president addressed claims about prescription drug price cuts exceeding 100% during an Oval Office event on health care affordability. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. explained the calculations, referencing prior price increases by manufacturers. The…
New York Postpolitics78 days ago
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 televis…
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Trump Signs Executive Order to Boost Federal Research on Psychedelic Drugs
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on April 19, 2026, to promote federal medical research and clinical trials for certain psychedelic drugs. Key officials and guests, including FDA Commissioner Marty Makary and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., attended the Ov…
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newrepublic.comworld83 days ago
Health Secretary Kennedy Plans Vaccine Safety Campaign Post-Midterms
Recent actions indicate that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could resume questioning the safety and effectiveness of vaccines following the midterm elections. The suggestion comes amid reports of vaccines being widely popular. The midterm elections are scheduled for Novem…
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RFK Jr. Testifies on Vaccines, Budget Cuts, and Health Policies in Congressional Hearings
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended a proposed 12% budget cut and addressed vaccine policies during back-to-back congressional hearings. He acknowledged the measles vaccine's safety for most people while facing questions on past comments and other i…
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Health Secretary RFK Jr. Testifies on HHS Budget Cuts and Priorities in House Hearings
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended a proposed 12% budget cut during congressional testimony, highlighting reforms while facing criticism over vaccine policies and measles outbreaks. Lawmakers clashed with Kennedy on various issues, including past s…
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Congressional Hearings on RFK Jr.'s Vaccine Policy and HHS Budget
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. began a series of congressional hearings addressing his department’s vaccine policies, budget proposals, and leadership changes. His overhaul of the childhood vaccine schedule has been blocked by a federal judge amid rising measles outbreaks…
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Book Accuses RFK Jr. of Dissecting Roadkill Raccoon in 2001
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is accused of severing the penis of a roadkill raccoon for later study, as detailed in a new book. The incident reportedly occurred while he was driving with his family in 2001.
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Protect Our Care Report Criticizes RFK Jr.'s Health Policies Before Hearings
Protect Our Care released a report titled 'Robert F. Kennedy Jr. vs. Public Health' that examines Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s actions on vaccines, medical research, and food during his first 14 months as Health and Human Services Secretary. The report addresses his efforts to mobiliz…
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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Seeks to Ease Restrictions on Certain Peptides
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is advocating for reduced restrictions on 14 synthetic peptides currently classified as Category 2 by the FDA. This move aims to allow licensed compounding pharmacies to produce them for patient use. Physicians have shared…
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Tucker Carlson Launches Book Imprint with Skyhorse Publishing Featuring Russell Brand and Milo Yiannopoulos
Tucker Carlson is launching a book imprint named Tucker Carlson Books in partnership with Skyhorse Publishing. The imprint will include books by Russell Brand and Milo Yiannopoulos. Skyhorse has previously published works by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Melania Trump, and Woody Allen.
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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Launches In-House Podcast on Health Issues
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a new podcast produced within the department. The podcast will address topics including chronic disease, nutrition, food quality, and health care costs. An HHS official confirmed the production details to The Hil…
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US Federal Vaccine Guidance Changes by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Paused Indefinitely
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. implemented changes to federal vaccine guidance, which are now paused. The alterations involved revisions to vaccine recommendations and safety information. The pause follows legal challenges, with uncertainty about future policy direction.
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HHS Secretary Kennedy Approves Changes to CDC Vaccine Advisory Committee Rules
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. approved revisions to the charter of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. The changes expand the committee's scope to include vaccine safety research gaps, cumulative effects of childhood vaccines, va…
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CDC Publishes Revised ACIP Charter Allowing RFK Jr. Influence on Vaccine Policy
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published a new charter for its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices on Thursday. The changes alter the committee's makeup and purpose, enabling Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to pursue revisio…
forbes.comscience92 days ago
New Charter Alters U.S. Vaccine Committee Structure Amid Court Ruling on Policy Changes
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services published a new charter on Thursday that modifies the composition and objectives of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. This change enables Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to pursue revisions to national vaccin…
axios.comscience92 days ago
ACIP Panel Faces Scrutiny Amid HHS Efforts to Reduce Recommended Childhood Vaccines
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has drawn attention as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., seeks to decrease the number of recommended childhood vaccinations. This development occurs within ongoing debates over vaccine…
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Trump Administration Limits Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Public Messaging Before Midterm Elections
The Trump administration has restricted Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s public communications to low-risk topics ahead of the midterm elections. This measure aims to minimize potential controversies during the campaign period. Details were reported by @business, citing e…
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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Launches Podcast on Health Transparency
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a new podcast focused on health topics. He described the initiative as promoting radical transparency. Critics have raised concerns about potential dissemination of misinformation based on his past activitie…
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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Launches Podcast on Health Transparency and Policy
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is launching a podcast titled 'The Secretary Kennedy Podcast' next week to discuss chronic disease, nutrition, and government transparency. The program will feature conversations with doctors, scientists, and agency staff.…
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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to Launch Official Podcast Next Week
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary, plans to launch 'The Secretary Kennedy Podcast' next week. The podcast will feature discussions with doctors, scientists, and agency staff. It aims to address topics including chronic disease, nutritio…
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Politico Poll Reveals Divisions in MAHA Coalition Supporting Trump and RFK Jr.
A March 2026 Politico poll examines public views on Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative, and related political dynamics. The survey identifies emerging fractures in the coalition that contributed to the election of HHS Secretary Robert F. Kenne…
naturalnews.comscience102 days ago
Trump to Meet MAHA Leaders Amid Tensions Over Glyphosate Policy
President Trump plans a private meeting on Thursday with leaders of the Make America Healthy Again movement, including Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., to address concerns about environmental toxins and pesticides. The gathering occurs as the administration faces criticism…