Senators from both parties grilled RFK Jr. on vaccines and more
Summary
Senators from both parties questioned Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about his vaccine policies during a Senate hearing. Criticism focused on his limits on COVID-19 vaccine access, changes to the CDC's vaccine panel, and the firing of CDC chief Susan Monarez.Key Facts
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the Health and Human Services Secretary.
- During a Senate hearing, Kennedy faced calls to resign and criticism from both Democrats and Republicans.
- His changes include canceling mRNA vaccine research funding and restricting COVID-19 vaccine access to high-risk groups and those over 65.
- Kennedy replaced the CDC's 17-member vaccine advisory panel with members criticized for being vaccine skeptics.
- Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy accused him of limiting vaccine access, which he pledged not to do during his confirmation.
- Kennedy defended his actions by claiming they were necessary to improve the health agencies' standards.
- He dismissed CDC chief Susan Monarez after just a month, citing trust issues.
- Ron Johnson defended Kennedy, calling criticisms from other senators "abuse."
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