Caroline Kennedy Slams RFK Jr as 'Predator' Ahead of Senate Hearing

In a powerful letter made public on social media, Caroline Kennedy has urged U.S. senators to reject her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr), in his bid to become the next Secretary of Health and Human Services. She described RFK Jr as a “predator” and criticized his dangerous vaccine skepticism, which she believes disqualifies him from a role that oversees key health agencies like the CDC and FDA. Kennedy expressed concerns about RFK Jr's influence on public health policy, emphasizing his lack of relevant experience and his history of spreading misinformation about vaccines.

Kennedy’s scathing remarks came just before RFK Jr’s anticipated questioning by senators in a confirmation hearing that many expect to be contentious. In her letter, she recalled their shared childhood but stated, “it’s no surprise that he keeps birds of prey as pets because he himself is a predator.” Kennedy raised alarms about RFK Jr's refusal to accept scientific consensus on vaccines, stating that his views pose significant risks to public health and are fostering confusion among parents.

RFK Jr, a well-known vaccine skeptic, has long propagated debunked claims linking vaccines to autism but has recently asserted that vaccines should remain accessible. During the hearing, it was anticipated he would face tough questions regarding this controversial stance as well as his plans for tackling the public health crisis related to junk food.

Caroline Kennedy elaborated on her critique by accusing her cousin of preying on vulnerable families, claiming he has vaccinated his own children while discouraging others from doing so. Furthermore, she alleged that RFK Jr contributed to troubling family dynamics due to shared substance abuse struggles and historical cruelty toward animals, recalling incidents of feeding live animals to his hawks during their youth.

Endorsing her views, Caroline Kennedy asserted that her father, former President John F. Kennedy, and her uncle, Robert F. Kennedy, would be "disgusted" by RFK Jr's actions and beliefs. As RFK Jr positions himself within Trump's administration, his nomination raises significant concerns regarding the future of U.S. health policy. The outcome of the confirmation hearing may consequently shape America’s public health landscape for years to come.