The U.S. Senate confirmed Robert F Kennedy Jr. as head of the Department of Health and Human Services with a vote of 52-48 along party lines. Kennedy emphasized ending the chronic disease epidemic and tackling obesity and ultra-processed foods.
Key Points
Confirmation of RFK Jr. as head of HHS
Party line vote
Emphasis on health priorities
Pros
Focus on ending chronic disease epidemic
Pledge to tackle obesity and ultra-processed foods