As RFK Jr.‘s hearings begin, so will scrutiny on his familiarity with key health programs
The job Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is seeking is defined by the task of overseeing Medicare and Medicaid, which he's shown little interest in.
Ahead of RFK Jr. confirmation hearings, poll shows nation divided on public health
Trust in public health in the United States has been steadily declining since the Covid-19 pandemic, and President Donald Trump and his administration face an American public that’s deeply divided on the issue,
7 things about RFK Jr. you should know ahead of his Senate hearings
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has built his fortune and reputation on disparaging the government scientists and institutions he's now in line to lead as HHS secretary.
RFK Jr.'s impact could be wide-reaching as Health and Human Services secretary
A major part of Kennedy’s platform seeks to reverse the chronic disease epidemic in the U.S., promoted by the slogan “Make America Healthy Again.”
5 key health topics to watch at RFK Jr.'s Senate confirmation hearings
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to appear before the Senate Finance Committee for the first of two confirmation hearings as Trump’s nominee for health secretary.
Food-Related Topics RFK Jr. Will Present at Senate Confirmation Hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will appear as President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services before the Senate Finance Committee for the first of two confirmation hearings.
States say Medicaid access cut, White House says no payments disrupted
At least three U.S. lawmakers said on Tuesday healthcare providers were blocked from the Medicaid payment portal after the ...
How HHS Impacts Our Health, Our Economy, And Our Security
The work of the Department of Health and Human Services affects every American in many ways. Overview of the organization, ...
Medicaid, Head Start, health centers say they're locked out of federal funding website
The online system for federal health funding now warns of delays due to executive orders after the Trump administration announced a freeze.
Donald Trump pulls federal funding for transgender minors’ gender-affirming health care
Donald Trump on Tuesday afternoon signed an executive order barring any federal funds to go toward gender-affirming health care for transgender minors. Accordingly, the order reads, “it is the policy ...
What does the health and human services secretary do?
The secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, or HHS, plays a significant role in every American’s access to health care and in the nation’s overall well-being.
How the Health Department Could Change Under Donald Trump
The Trump administration has promised an overhaul of various government agencies. What will happen to the Health Department?
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90% of Ag Economists Say RJK Jr. Wouldn’t Be Positive for U.S. Agriculture
Robert F. Kennedy Jr,, President Trump's pick to lead the Health and Human Services, is scheduled to appear in front of the ...
Health officials told to stop working with WHO immediately after Trump withdrawal
Health officials working at agencies housed within the Department of Health and Human Services have been told to suspend their work with the World Health Organization immediately after President ...