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Elizabeth Warren Questions Robert F. Kennedy Jr. On 'Dangerous Views,' Pot Legalization Timeline As His Senate Hearing Stalls


Published on 2025-01-21 14:00:55 - MSN
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  • U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, sent a 34-page letter to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who was tapped by President Donald Trump in mid-November to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.

Elizabeth Warren has publicly challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over his controversial views, particularly his anti-vaccine stance, during a Senate hearing that has been stalled. Kennedy, who is running for the Democratic presidential nomination, has been criticized for spreading misinformation about vaccines, which Warren described as "dangerous." The hearing, intended to discuss Kennedy's potential role in a new position focused on public health, has been delayed due to these concerns. Additionally, Warren questioned Kennedy about his timeline for marijuana legalization, pressing for clarity on his policy positions. This confrontation highlights the tension between Kennedy's campaign and his controversial public health views, impacting his political engagements and Senate confirmations.

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