In a significant political development, the U.S. Senate has confirmed two of President Donald Trump's most contentious Cabinet nominees: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services and Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence.
Both confirmations were secured after intense deliberations and narrow votes, reflecting deep divisions within the Senate.
ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR. CONFIRMED AS HEALTH SECRETARY
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his environmental advocacy and controversial views on vaccines, faced rigorous scrutiny during his confirmation process. Senator Bill Cassidy, a physician and key Republican member of the Senate Finance Committee, expressed significant concerns over Kennedy's vaccine skepticism. Despite these reservations, the committee advanced his nomination with a 14-13 vote along party lines. Kennedy's assurances to prioritize transparency in the pharmaceutical industry and reform the food supply chain played a pivotal role in securing the necessary support.