Donald Trump Picks RFK Jr for Health Department
In a bold move, US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted anti-vaccine advocate, to head the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in his administration.
Trump took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the announcement, stating:
“I am thrilled to announce Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as The United States Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). For too long, Americans have been crushed by the industrial food complex and drug companies who have engaged in deception, misinformation, and disinformation when it comes to Public Health. The Safety and Health of all Americans is the most important role of any Administration, and HHS will play a big role in helping ensure that everybody will be protected from harmful chemicals, pollutants, pesticides, pharmaceutical products, and food additives that have contributed to the overwhelming Health Crisis in this Country. Mr. Kennedy will restore these Agencies to the traditions of Gold Standard Scientific Research, and beacons of Transparency, to end the Chronic Disease epidemic, and to Make America Great and Healthy Again!”
The announcement set off a wave of memes on X, with users humorously pointing out the irony of Trump’s fast-food indulgence and Kennedy’s campaign against processed foods. Trump is frequently seen enjoying fast food in public, a stark contrast to Kennedy’s advocacy for eliminating processed products from supermarkets. This juxtaposition has sparked endless commentary online, making their partnership appear comically unexpected to many.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., son of the late US Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of President John F. Kennedy, is widely recognized for his anti-vaccine stance.
Initially running as a Democrat, Kennedy challenged Joe Biden for the party’s presidential nomination before pursuing an independent campaign. He later aligned with the Republican Party, endorsing Trump’s presidential bid. Trump, in turn, promised him a prominent role in his administration, culminating in Kennedy’s nomination as HHS Secretary.
The two have since developed a strong alliance, with Trump calling Kennedy a central figure in his mission to “Make America Healthy Again.”
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