Robert F. Kennedy Jr. moved closer to becoming Secretary of Health and Human Services after a 14-13 Senate Finance Committee vote. The vote followed tense hearings, where Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana initially expressed uncertainty.
Cassidy, after discussions with Kennedy and Vice President JD Vance, decided to support Kennedy’s nomination. He cited commitments from the administration on issues like healthy foods and a pro-American agenda.
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo praised Kennedy’s potential to drive change in the healthcare system, highlighting his work on chronic illness and healthcare transparency.
Despite concerns over Kennedy’s past vaccine comments, Cassidy ultimately voted yes, signaling strong bipartisan support for Kennedy’s nomination.
