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What RFK Jr. could — and couldn't — do with vaccines as HHS chief

The Hill

If confirmed as head of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), prominent vaccine skeptic Robert F. wouldn't have the authority to ban vaccines — but health experts warn there are other ways he could exert influence over them. Kennedy Jr.

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RFK Jr.'s new bully pulpit sends public health shock waves

The Hill

go wild" on health is demoralizing public health experts, who worry he could meddle with key government agencies, amplify vaccine hesitancy and direct agency funding to favor his preferred views. But with Trump’s victory, Kennedy could soon be in charge of those same agencies. Kennedy Jr. "go Pack your bags.”