(NewsUSD) – Trump Names RFK Jr. as HHS Secretary, Sparking Controversy
Donald Trump has appointed Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an outspoken anti-vaccine activist, as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). Announced on November 14, the decision has triggered heated debate online and market ripples, with vaccine stocks like BioNTech and GSK tumbling.
Kennedy, known for controversial claims linking vaccines to autism and Wi-Fi to cancer, pledged to eliminate corruption and prioritize evidence-based science at HHS. Critics blasted the choice, with social media users expressing alarm, calling it “a dangerous move” for public health.
Trump’s supporters hailed the decision as bold, but opposition remains fierce, signaling turbulent times ahead for HHS.