Health and Human Services

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan have risen to 992, as reported by the state's Health and Human Services. The source of the outbreak remains unidentified.

A coalition of 25 states and the District of Columbia is suing the Trump administration over new Medicaid work requirements, arguing the policy unlawfully restricts access to healthcare. The lawsuit challenges the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Interim Final Rule (IFR), which mandates documentation for exemptions to work, volunteer, or education requirements for Medicaid enrollees. The rule, effective in January 2027, would require able-bodied individuals to work 20 hours weekly while enrolled in free healthcare.

White House budget director Russell Vought advocates for increased funding for the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to modernize systems and expand staff, while the Trump administration's 2027 budget proposes cuts to multiple departments. OMB seeks $146.1 million, a 13.3% increase, and the defense budget is requested to rise to $1.5 trillion.

White House budget director Russell Vought testified before a U.S. House panel advocating for a 13.3% increase in the Office of Management and Budget's annual funding to $146.1 million, citing needs for technology upgrades and staff expansion. He also highlighted proposed cuts to domestic agencies like Agriculture and Health and Human Services, alongside a $1.5 trillion defense budget request.

White House budget director Russell Vought testified that his agency, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), needs increased funding to update systems and hire more staff, while advocating for cuts to domestic agencies. The Trump administration's budget proposal includes a 10% reduction in domestic spending and a $1.5 trillion defense budget, affecting departments like Agriculture and Health and Human Services. Lawmakers questioned Vought about staffing reductions, including at the World Trade Center Health Program.

White House budget director Russell Vought testified that his agency, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), requires increased funding to address staffing and technological needs, despite not fully utilizing a prior $100 million allocation. The Trump administration’s fiscal 2027 budget proposes a 10% cut to domestic spending and a $1.5 trillion defense budget, impacting agencies like Agriculture, Health and Human Services, and the World Trade Center Health Program.

White House budget director Russell Vought testified that his agency, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), requires increased funding to update systems and expand staff, despite having unspent funds from a previous Republican-approved law. The Trump administration’s 2027 budget proposal includes a 10% cut to domestic spending and a $1.5 trillion defense budget increase, affecting agencies like Agriculture, Health and Human Services, and the World Trade Center Health Program.

White House budget director Russell Vought is requesting a 13.3% budget increase for the Office of Management and Budget to fund technology upgrades and address staffing needs, despite having unspent funds from a previous Republican-approved law. The Trump administration's fiscal 2027 budget proposes cutting domestic spending by 10% and increasing defense spending to $1.5 trillion, affecting agencies like Agriculture and Health and Human Services.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. responded to Senator Bill Cassidy's claims that he broke promises regarding a government health website's description of vaccines and autism and public health policy guardrails, asserting he has kept all promises.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dismissed GOP Senator Bill Cassidy's criticism that he is breaking promises, stating during a meeting about a month ago that the accusations are untrue. Kennedy made these remarks while speaking to NewsNation's Anna Kooiman in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) explained his vote to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary, stating Kennedy remains committed to his views on vaccinations despite public opinion. Cassidy defended his decision in a Sunday interview.

Sen. Bill Cassidy, who supported RFK Jr.'s HHS Secretary nomination, accused him of building public health on lies, leading to inadequate health outcomes.

Over 1 million people enrolled in Obamacare plans lack Social Security Numbers, according to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. They stated the situation is 'plagued by fraud'.

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) released HHS emails indicating HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pressured the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to restrict access to vaccines. The emails show Kennedy directed the panel to alter vaccine messaging.

A U.S. senator warns the Trump administration is planning to rapidly remove over 500 unaccompanied migrant children, bypassing legal protections. The administration previously attempted a similar effort that was halted by a federal court. Health and Human Services denies the claims, calling them fearmongering.

A judge ruled the federal government cannot block SNAP benefits from purchasing candy and sugary drinks, striking down restrictions in 23 states. The decision cited violations of Congress's definition of 'food' under the SNAP program, which prohibits restrictions on items like alcohol and tobacco but allows most other food purchases.

A study in the American Journal of Public Health reveals that over two-thirds of Americans view ultra-processed foods (UPFs) as addictive, with many linking them to health issues like diabetes, obesity, and cancer. Restrictions on UPFs have been introduced in both blue and red states, while Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the World Health Organization have highlighted their risks. The article questions the evolving definition of UPFs and the shift in public health focus from nutrient content to processing methods.

A Fox News Poll reveals voters prioritize public health over lowering food prices, with 58% favoring health protection versus 42% for price reductions. The survey highlights strong support for the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, including food safety and labeling reforms, though Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. receives negative job ratings.

Disability groups fear Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s new role in special education as the Secretary of Health and Human Services supports moving related funds to his department.

Celebrity chef Robert Irvine visited Fort Carson to assess its Army Food Program modernization efforts. Fort Carson is among the first Army posts in this initiative, which focuses on healthier eating. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. also recently visited the base to review its updated food programs.

Families of children with disabilities warn that the Education Department's transfer of civil rights enforcement and special education oversight to the DOJ and HHS could exacerbate delays and chaos in an already strained system. Parents like Nicole May report unresolved complaints, while advocates criticize the move for misaligning special education needs with health-focused HHS priorities.

Tennessee pharmacies sell ivermectin without patient-specific prescriptions, often in high concentrations, driven by anti-vaccine advocacy. The drug, promoted as a symbol of resistance against medical institutions, is marketed despite clinical evidence showing it is ineffective against COVID-19.

RFK Jr. was accused by his sister Kerry Kennedy of terrorizing children at a swimming pool by using a snake 'chomping on his hand.' The Health and Human Services boss reportedly arrived at a children's birthday party after hearing about a snake in the garden.

A Libertarian candidate in Iowa's 3rd Congressional District claims Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and GOP Rep. Zach Nunn pressured him to drop out of the race. Battaglia was removed from the ballot for not using his legal name but plans to appeal. Kennedy allegedly warned that a Democratic victory would harm him personally.

Organizations providing legal aid to unaccompanied migrant children reported that agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Health and Human Services (HHS) attempted to enter their offices. The groups described the visits as an attempt at intimidation.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Health and Human Services Secretary, accused The New York Times of publishing a biased article using anonymous sources, including former employees he dismissed or who resigned. The NYT article questioned Kennedy's engagement with his department during an Ebola outbreak and his focus on vaccine skepticism over management duties.

Dr. Annie Andrews, a South Carolina pediatrician, won the Democratic primary to challenge Sen. Lindsey Graham in the Senate race. She has vowed to lead efforts to impeach Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., citing concerns over his role in the anti-vaccine movement and measles outbreaks.

Dr. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, won a three-way primary in South Carolina to challenge Sen. Lindsey Graham in the Senate race. Andrews has vowed to 'lead the charge to impeach and remove RFK Jr.' and criticized his role in the anti-vaccine movement, linking it to measles outbreaks. The article notes South Carolina has not elected a Democrat to the Senate since the 1990s.

Steve Hilton launched a campaign ad targeting Xavier Becerra's 36-year political career in the California governor race, highlighting issues like homelessness and high-speed rail. The Associated Press projected Becerra would advance to the November election, leading with 26.8% of votes as of Saturday.

Steve Hilton launched a campaign ad targeting Xavier Becerra's 36-year political career in the California governor race, criticizing his record and linking him to the state's political status quo. The ad highlights homelessness, high-speed rail, and Becerra's role at Health and Human Services, while Becerra leads in primary votes but results remain unofficial. Both candidates are advancing toward the November election.

Xavier Becerra advanced to the California governor general election, according to an Associated Press projection. He previously served as U.S. health secretary and California attorney general before running for governor.

Xavier Becerra advances to California governor general election, according to an Associated Press projection. Becerra, who served as U.S. health secretary and California attorney general, will contest the November election to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Sen. Bill Cassidy blamed HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for a resurgence in vaccine-preventable illnesses, citing a New York Times article highlighting hospitals' increased cases of such diseases. Doctors reported frequent encounters with these conditions.

Xavier Becerra is emerging as a leading candidate to succeed California Gov. Gavin Newsom, despite previously polling in single digits. Democrats attribute his rise to factors including former Rep. Eric Swalwell's withdrawal from the race.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Health and Human Services Secretary, responded to criticism by posting a video of him handling a venomous Western Diamondback rattlesnake, following an earlier incident where he barehanded nonvenomous black racer snakes. His wife, Cheryl Hines, was involved in both encounters, with the latter video emphasizing safe handling techniques and the snake's identification.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Secretary of Health and Human Services, is featured in a video handling snakes, prompting analysis of its symbolic or political implications. The article explores potential interpretations of this action.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Health and Human Services Secretary, handled two nonvenomous black racer snakes barehanded on Dr. Oz's patio, despite his wife Cheryl Hines' protests. The snakes bit him repeatedly, though they are harmless to humans. Kennedy has a history of interacting with wild animals, including controversial past incidents involving a bear carcass and a dead whale.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Health and Human Services secretary, shared a video of himself handling a pair of mating snakes with his bare hands, while his wife, Cheryl Hines, watched and urged him to release them. The incident was captured in a clip posted on his X account.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the indictment of Shamso Ahmed Hassan and Hanaan Mursal Yusuf for a $46.6 million Medicaid fraud scheme targeting Minnesota's autism care program. The DOJ alleges they operated fake therapy centers, paid kickbacks to families, and billed for non-existent services, with $21.6 million in fraudulent reimbursements paid out.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the indictment of Shamso Ahmed Hassan and Hanaan Mursal Yusuf for a $46.6 million Medicaid fraud scheme targeting Minnesota's autism intervention program. The defendants allegedly submitted false claims, paid kickbacks to families, and laundered funds, with $21.6 million in fraudulent reimbursements paid out.