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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Tracked across 98 events · 2290 articles · First seen Jan 04, 2025 · Last active Jul 06, 2026

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Domestic
Impact: As the Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made controversial and unproven claims linking Tylenol and circumcision to autism, drawing criticism from medical experts and potentially undermining public health policy.
Oct 09, 2025 · 9 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is launching a new podcast as Health Secretary to promote transparency and address health issues, which could further elevate his views and the agenda of the United States — United States Department of Health and Human Services.
Apr 08, 2026 · 15 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the central figure, caught between his anti-vaccine supporters and the White House. His actions and decisions regarding his political future and policy focus directly influence the 'Make America Healthy Again' movement and the Trump administration's agenda.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., identified as the US health secretary and a vaccine skeptic, made unsubstantiated claims about Germany prosecuting doctors and patients for COVID-19 vaccine and mask exemptions, which were sharply rejected by the German government.
Jan 11, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as Health Secretary, is launching an 'all-agency' effort to identify causes of autism at Donald Trump's urging and has influenced vaccine policies, promoting debunked theories.
Sep 22, 2025 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Impact: As the head of the United States — United States Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s past comments on autism and skepticism about psychiatric medication have raised significant concerns among disability advocates regarding his oversight of special education.
Jun 02, 2026 · 82 articles
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Tech
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary, has announced an initiative to combat Lyme disease and expressed personal commitment to finding a vaccine or treatment. His endorsement, if the vaccine is approved, could significantly influence public acceptance, especially among vaccine-skeptical groups.
Apr 30, 2026 · 20 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as Health and Human Services Secretary, led the administration's autism initiative and promoted discredited theories linking vaccines to autism.
Sep 22, 2025 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as Secretary of Health and Human Services, disbanded and handpicked new members for the United States — Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, leading to a drastic departure from usual procedures and the controversial vaccine policy change.
Dec 05, 2025 · 6 articles
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Regulatory
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as Health and Human Services Secretary, praised Donald Trump's efforts to make GLP-1 drugs more accessible, despite his previous skepticism about the treatments.
Nov 06, 2025 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Jack Schlossberg's cousin, is mentioned as a target of Schlossberg's public criticism due to his health policies and endorsement of Donald Trump.
Nov 12, 2025 · 8 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.>>>'s nomination for Health Secretary and his views on vaccine policy have been a point of contention, with Bill Cassidy>>> clashing with him despite initially supporting his confirmation.
May 15, 2026 · 45 articles
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Regulatory
Impact: Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is mentioned in the context of heightened vaccine scrutiny under his leadership, which influenced Dr. Vinay Prasad's initial decision to block Moderna's application.
Jun 18, 2026 · 28 articles
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Regulatory
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent figure in the Make America Healthy Again movement, has repeatedly stated that glyphosate causes cancer, despite recognizing the necessity of the executive order to boost its production for food supply and national security.
Jun 25, 2026 · 127 articles
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Business
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as U.S. Health Secretary, has voiced concerns about artificial food colorings, aligning with the broader push for healthier food options that Nestlé is responding to. His statements contribute to the public and regulatory pressure on food companies.
Apr 20, 2026 · 20 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the US health secretary, has acknowledged the seriousness of the measles outbreak despite his past promotion of vaccine misinformation.
Nov 10, 2025 · 8 articles
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Regulatory
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as Health and Human Services Secretary, has advocated for the ban on sugary foods and drinks through SNAP as part of the 'Make America Healthy Again' campaign.
Jun 29, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Impact: As HHS Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. issued a statement on the successful conclusion of the hantavirus response in the United States.
Jun 03, 2026 · 83 articles
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Domestic
Impact: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was appointed to lead the United States — United States Department of Health and Human Services, which will now oversee special education, raising concerns among disability advocates due to his past comments.
Apr 20, 2026 · 125 articles
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International
Impact: Nicole Saphier has promoted much of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s agenda.
May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Jan 04, 2025 · 6 articles
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Jan 04, 2025 · 6 articles
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Aug 27, 2025 · 16 articles
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Sep 03, 2025 · 7 articles
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Sep 03, 2025 · 9 articles
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Sep 10, 2025 · 9 articles
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Sep 22, 2025 · 7 articles
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Sep 21, 2025 · 19 articles
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Business
Oct 01, 2025 · 7 articles
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Domestic
Oct 08, 2025 · 6 articles
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