Robert F. Kennedy
Coverage of Robert F. Kennedy in the Nexus archive.
- Former CDC official describes "pure chaos" as RFK Jr. sought to transform health agency
Dr. Debra Houry, former CDC chief medical officer, described 'pure chaos' during Robert F. Kennedy's leadership at HHS and warned about threats to the scientific integrity of federal health agencies. She left the CDC in protest after the firing of then CDC director Susan Monarez.
- DeGette reflects on legacy after loss to progressive challenger
Diana DeGette conceded her Democratic primary loss to Melat Kiros, a progressive challenger, reflecting on her career achievements in environmental protections, medical research, and reproductive rights. Kiros, a democratic socialist, will face Republican Christy Peterson in November after defeating DeGette, a 30-year incumbent.
- Senators alarmed at Trump administration website Moms.gov promoting anti-abortion facilities
A group of 11 senators urged the Trump administration and Robert F Kennedy to remove the federal website Moms.gov, which promotes anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers. The US Department of Health and Human Services claims the site is a resource for 'new and expecting mothers,' but the senators raised 'profound' health and safety concerns.
- Rob Sand to rally in Iowa governor bid with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats eye a flip
Rob Sand, the Democratic nominee for Iowa governor, will hold his first rally with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. The race against Republican Zach Lahn is among the most competitive, with Iowa facing a budget deficit, agricultural struggles, and a cancer crisis. Democrats aim to flip the governor's office despite a voter registration deficit.
- Today in History: June 5, Robert F. Kennedy assassinated
On June 5, 1968, U.S. Sen. Robert F. Kennedy was shot and mortally wounded after winning California’s Democratic presidential primary at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. The assassin, Sirhan Bishara Sirhan, was arrested at the scene. Other historical events on this date include the U.S. Supreme Court ending segregated railroad dining cars in 1950 and the Six-Day War beginning in 1967.
- Ex-mob capo claims Robert F. Kennedy weaponized the FBI against his father over Marilyn Monroe
Ex-Colombo crime family captain Michael Franzese claims Robert F. Kennedy ordered FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover to target his father, John 'Sonny' Franzese, allegedly in connection to Marilyn Monroe. The accusation links political and law enforcement actions to a mob figure's family.
- Ex-mob capo alleges furious RFK weaponized the FBI against his father over Marilyn Monroe
Michael Franzese, former Colombo crime family captain, claims his father, John 'Sonny' Franzese, was targeted by FBI under Robert F. Kennedy's orders after Marilyn Monroe allegedly mentioned him during an encounter with RFK. The story, shared on Sean Hannity's podcast, suggests Monroe's name-calling led to federal surveillance and legal actions against Sonny Franzese, a high-profile mobster.
- Parents' fears after plan to move homeless shelter a block from school in upscale town loved by the Kennedys
A plan to move a homeless shelter near a school in an upscale town has sparked fears among parents. The town is known for its association with the Kennedy family. The proposal aims to relocate the shelter a block away from the school.
- FDA vaccine studies censored by Trump admin after finding benefits of shots
The Trump administration has censored FDA vaccine studies that found benefits of COVID-19 and shingles shots. The Food and Drug Administration blocked publication of the studies, despite Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy's pledge of transparency. This follows a similar incident with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Secretary Kennedy testifies at Senate hearing
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy is testifying at a Senate hearing, with live coverage available. The session involves the U.S. Senate examining the Department of Health and Human Services.
- Secretary Kennedy testifies at Senate hearing
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy of the Health and Human Services testifies at a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing. The session is being broadcast live.
- Secretary Kennedy testifies at House hearing
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy testifies at a House Ways and Means Committee hearing. The event is being broadcast live for public viewing.