EPISODE · Jan 17, 2025 · 31 MIN
What RFK Jr.'s Confirmation Would Mean for the Health of the Nation
from Political Breakdown · host KQED
One of the most controversial cabinet nominations is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as head of the US Department of Health and Human Services. He’s President-elect Trump's pick to be the country’s top health official. RFK is armed with his 'Make America Healthy Again' platform and Trump's promise to let him 'go wild.' So, what will that look like on the ground? RFK has controversial views on vaccines, fluoride, and food regulation. On this episode of Political Breakdown, host Lesley McClurg speaks with Dr. Céline Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News and CBS News medical contributor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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One of the most controversial cabinet nominations is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as head of the US Department of Health and Human Services. He’s President-elect Trump's pick to be the country’s top health official. RFK is armed with his 'Make America Healthy Again' platform and Trump's promise to let him 'go wild.' So, what will that look like on the ground? RFK has controversial views on vaccines, fluoride, and food regulation. On this episode of Political Breakdown, host Lesley McClurg speaks with Dr. Céline Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News and CBS News medical contributor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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