Health nominee RFK Jr to face further grilling at Senate confirmation hearing
Briefly

Robert F. Kennedy faced a rigorous Senate confirmation hearing to become the head of the Department of Health and Human Services, with scrutiny on his controversial vaccine statements and healthcare knowledge. Democrat senators challenged him on previous comments about vaccines and healthcare programs, while a significant number of medical professionals and Nobel laureates opposed his nomination. The upcoming second hearing is expected to delve deeper into Kennedy's understanding of healthcare, as he attempts to assert his commitment to vaccines despite past skepticism.
Kennedy's hearing exposed his controversial views on vaccines amidst challenges from both political sides, leading to significant pushback against his nomination.
Medical professionals and Nobel laureates strongly oppose Kennedy's nomination due to his history of statements undermining vaccine safety and effectiveness.
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