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RFK Jr. rips journalist over report he has ‘checked out’

RFK Jr. rips journalist over report he has ‘checked out’

Summary

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. criticized a New York Times story that said he seems disengaged during meetings and works mostly with political supporters. Kennedy responded by defending his daily work and rejecting the report’s claims.

Key Facts

  • Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS).
  • A New York Times article suggested Kennedy looks “checked out” or not fully involved in official meetings.
  • The article also said Kennedy mostly surrounds himself with people who share his political views.
  • Kennedy responded on the social media platform X, denying these claims.
  • He said the report does not reflect his actual day-to-day work.
  • The disagreement highlights tensions around Kennedy’s leadership style at HHS.
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