Mitch McConnell had polio as a child. It could cloud RFK Jr.’s nomination.
The Republican senator’s childhood bout with the disease has informed his ardent support for vaccines amid increasing skepticism of them within his party.
Scientific American2h
Polio Vaccines Saved America from the Disease. What Happens if We Lose Them?
Polio, a disease that can cause lifelong paralysis, has been eliminated from the U.S. Experts fear a resurgence if lifesaving vaccines are revoked under the new administration
Key GOP senators want public commitments from RFK Jr. on abortion and vaccines during confirmation hearings
Some GOP senators want public commitments from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. before deciding whether to support him as the next secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, signaling that President Donald Trump’s pick will have to win over uncertain Republicans in order to secure the job.
Did RFK Jr.’s Lawyer Ask the FDA to Revoke Approval for the Polio Vaccine?
Aaron Siri, a lawyer advising Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as he prepared to become health secretary, petitioned the Food and Drug Administration in 2022 to revoke approval of a polio vaccine that is used widely in the U.
Anti-vaccine no more? RFK Jr. is remaking his image to serve Trump
"The data has been there a long time": Lawmakers grill RFK Jr. on vaccine misinformation
Top Republican 'struggling' with RFK Jr.'s nomination over Kennedy's vaccine views
RFK Jr.’s confirmation battle has turned politics upside down
“There are so many things about RFK Jr. that would seem to make him a Democratic appointee instead of a Republican one — but so much of that is overshadowed by his anti-vaccine views, which resonate with Republicans after the Covid experience,” said Larry Levitt, executive vice president at the health policy think tank KFF.
5 takeaways after RFK Jr. is grilled by senators during confirmation hearings
The takeaways after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced questions from senators during his confirmation hearings to potentially lead the Department of Health and Human Services.
Some Trump Nominees Run Into Trouble in Confirmation Hearings
Intelligence nominee Tulsi Gabbard and health pick Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sparred with the senators, while FBI pick Kash Patel stayed on track.
Sen. Bill Cassidy grapples with GOP loyalty and medical views in hearing with RFK Jr.
Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana has emerged as a central figure in the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump's nominee for health and human services secretary.
Key GOP senator slams RFK Jr. on vaccines, sparking intense debate
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) slammed RFK Jr. on his anti-vaccine rhetoric, sparking a debate with Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) about hepatitis B.
How RFK Jr.’s assurances to senators contradict his past remarks
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s repeated support for vaccines during Senate confirmation hearings follows a long history of disparaging them.
Live updates: Trump tariffs could take effect tomorrow
Live updates as Trump threatens tariffs on China, Mexico, Canada and BRICS countries. Follow the latest news on Cabinet picks Tulsi Gabbard, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Kash Patel.