Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. (born January 17, 1954), also known by his initials RFK Jr., is an American politician, environmental lawyer, author, anti-vaccine activist, and conspiracy theorist. He is the nominee for United States Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) in President Donald Trump's second cabinet.

Mar 26, 2024 · Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is an attorney, a vocal environmental and anti-vaccine activist, and radio host. He cofounded Waterkeeper Alliance.

Jan 31, 2025 · Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (born January 17, 1954, Washington, D.C., U.S.) is an American environmental lawyer, member of the prominent Kennedy political family, and activist who became a leading figure among vaccine skeptics.

Nov 14, 2024 · President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to appoint Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Health and Human Services Department will put a prominent vaccine skeptic at the helm of the nation’s sprawling public health apparatus.

Jan 30, 2025 · Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s ties to one of America's most prestigious political dynasties and controversial views on public health have made him a prominent political figure. Though he...

Jul 20, 2023 · Kennedy’s reputation as a resolute defender of the environment and children’s health stems from hundreds of successful legal actions. TIME Magazine named Kennedy its “Hero for the Planet” for his leadership in the fight to restore the Hudson River. This achievement helped spawn more than 300 Waterkeeper organizations across the globe.

Nov 14, 2024 · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is Mr. Trump's pick for secretary of the Health and Human Services Department. Mr. Kennedy ran for president in 2024, first as a Democrat, then as an independent,...

3 days ago · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appears likely to soon be taking the helm as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. The Senate Finance committee voted along party lines, 14-13, to ...

Jan 30, 2025 · As the seventh child of Joseph and Rose Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy went on to follow in his big brother JFK’s footsteps, serving in the Navy and graduating from Harvard. After receiving his law ...

Mar 18, 2024 · RFK Jr. built a reputation of his own as an activist, author and lawyer who fought for environmental causes such as clean water. Along the way, his activism has veered into conspiracies and...