Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. faced intense scrutiny during his Senate confirmation hearings for the Department of Health and Human Services nominee role. Senators pressed him on his history of anti-vaccine rhetoric, leading to a debate over vaccine safety. Kennedy argued for 'gold standard science' but struggled to engage with scientific data presented by Sen. Bill Cassidy, who highlighted the consequences of vaccine-preventable diseases. Cassidy emphasized the dilemma of supporting a nominee with such a history in a position pivotal to public health.
Throughout the hearing, Kennedy called for 'gold standard science' regarding vaccine safety but demonstrated a lack of familiarity with existing studies countering his claims.
Sen. Cassidy voiced his concern about Kennedy's long-standing criticisms of vaccines, questioning whether he could change his views if confirmed to lead health policy.
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