Health and Human Services (HHS)

Xavier Becerra advanced to the November general election for California governor. Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer are competing for the second spot in the election.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. extended liability protections for drugmakers developing treatments for the Andes hantavirus strain, facing criticism from anti-vaccine activists. The protections apply to manufacturers of the experimental antiviral drug favipiravir through July 18.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s chief spokesperson, Rich Danker, resigned due to differences over e-cigarette flavors that could lead to child addiction. The resignation occurred a day after FDA Commissioner Marty made a related announcement. This development may impact Health and Human Services policies.

A shooting incident during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday caused panic among high-profile attendees, including President Donald Trump, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, all of whom have experienced political violence. Trump referenced his 2024 assassination attempts, while RFK Jr. and Scalise recalled familial and personal histories of political shootings.

A shooting incident during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner caused panic among attendees, including high-profile figures like President Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who have all experienced political violence in the past. Trump referenced previous assassination attempts, while Kennedy’s family history includes the assassinations of his father and uncle.

The co-hosts of ABC’s 'The View' criticized HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his leadership, citing his lack of medical credentials and controversial policies. Joy Behar accused the administration of pursuing policies 'trying to kill us,' while Alyssa Farah Griffin highlighted concerns over cutting $500 million in mRNA vaccine research funding. Kennedy faced scrutiny for his AI-driven healthcare vision and past controversies, including addiction and risky behavior.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to face Senate HELP committee questioning over President Trump’s fiscal 2027 budget requests and the 'Make America Healthy Again' agenda. The hearing, led by Sen. Bill Cassidy, will focus on proposed changes to health policies, including vaccine initiatives.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. denied facing White House pressure to soften his vaccine skepticism, despite reports of ongoing discussions about prioritization. A top Trump health adviser acknowledged such conversations, but Kennedy's denial contradicts internal reporting.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom criticized HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for 2024 comments suggesting Black children on ADHD medications are being 're-parented.' Newsom demanded answers and reiterated his belief that RFK Jr. is unfit for the role.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced a heated confrontation with Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Ala.) during a budget hearing over his 2024 podcast comments suggesting Black children are overmedicated and need to be 'reparented.' Kennedy denied making the remarks, while Sewell and an aide displayed evidence of his statements, leading to a prolonged exchange. An HHS spokesperson later claimed his comments were 'out of context.'

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will testify before the House Appropriations Committee on the White House’s fiscal 2027 budget request and Trump administration health policy. The Trump administration seeks additional funding for its 'Make America Healthy Again' agenda and proposes eliminating 'bloated, woke, and inefficient programs.'