A group of physicians are denouncing the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, calling him 'unqualified' and 'actively dangerous' due to his promotion of misinformation about vaccines and other health issues. The Committee to Protect Health Care, a physicians advocacy group, sent a letter to Congress urging senators to reject Kennedy's nomination, citing his history of spreading conspiracy theories and his lack of relevant experience. Kennedy, a prominent anti-vaccine activist, has been meeting with senators as his confirmation hearing approaches. His nomination has sparked widespread controversy and opposition from health professionals and public health organizations.
Their letter calls the choice of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who is known for promoting false medical claims, “a slap in the face” to health care professionals .“The health and well-being of 336 million Americans depend on leadership at HHS that prioritizes science, evidence-based medicine, and strengthening the integrity of our public health system,” the letter reads. “RFK Jr. is not only unqualified to lead this essential agency — he is actively dangerous.
Kennedy did not return a request for comment on the letter. Asked by text about the swell of opposition from doctors and public health organizations to Trump’s intention to nominate Kennedy, Katie Miller, Kennedy’s spokesperson within the Trump transition team, dismissed the backlash as “just another grift” that would “bilk donors” to advocacy groups.
Kennedy’s allies and a dedicated PAC, American Values 2024, have framed opposition to his selection as having been orchestrated by pharmaceutical companies to silence him and impede his efforts to make America healthy.
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