Trump Action Archive

Supporting reports

• Robert F Kennedy Jr's confirmation hearing for HHS Secretary — Robert F Kennedy Jr, a known Trump ally, recently underwent a confirmation hearing before the Senate Finance Committee for the position of Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). His nomination has sparked significant controversy due to his past anti-vaccine stance and potential plans to cut Medicaid. Critics, including public health researchers and some of his own family members, have expressed strong opposition, fearing his policies could harm public health. Despite this, Kennedy's supporters, who favor alternative medicine and wellness, are optimistic about his potential leadership.
• Robert F Kennedy Jr confirmed as health secretary — Robert F Kennedy Jr was confirmed as the Secretary of Health and Human Services after a Senate vote of 52 to 48. All Republicans except Mitch McConnell supported his nomination. Kennedy, known for his anti-vaccine stance, will oversee agencies like the CDC and FDA. His confirmation has sparked controversy due to his past statements on vaccines and his financial ties to anti-vaccine litigation. Despite opposition from Democrats and some Republicans, Kennedy was sworn in by Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch.
• Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence — The Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as the U.S. director of national intelligence, with all Democrats voting against her and all Republicans, except Mitch McConnell, voting in favor. McConnell expressed concerns about Gabbard's qualifications for the significant role overseeing the intelligence community.
• RFK Jr. confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confirmed as the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) on February 13, 2025. Despite his long-standing anti-vaccine stance, Kennedy assured Republican Senators during his confirmation process that he would not restrict access to vaccines. However, shortly after his confirmation, Kennedy announced plans to convene a new panel to study the childhood vaccination schedule, raising concerns about potential changes to federal vaccine policies.
• Senate Republicans confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS Secretary — Senate Republicans, with the exception of Mitch McConnell, voted to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the Secretary of Health and Human Services. This decision has raised concerns among some senators regarding Kennedy's lack of relevant experience and controversial statements about public health. Senator Jon Ossoff expressed disbelief that the Senate would place such an individual in charge of national public health.
• Senate Republicans confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services — On February 13, 2025, Senate Republicans, with the exception of Mitch McConnell, voted to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services. This decision has raised concerns among some senators regarding Kennedy's lack of relevant experience and controversial statements about public health. Senator Jon Ossoff expressed disbelief that the Senate would place such an individual in charge of the nation's public health agencies.