US Senate confirms Robert Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health

• Robert Kennedy Jr. confirmed as Secretary of Health.
• 52 votes in favor, 48 against.
• Controversies for their anti -vacuum positions.

The US Senate approved on Thursday the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health in the new administration of Donald Trump, with 52 votes in favor and 48 against.

Despite the opposition of the Democrats and scientists, Kennedy Jr., known for their controversial anti -vaccine theories, will assume the leadership of an apartment with more than 80,000 employees and a budget of 1.7 billion dollars.

President Trump, who chose Kennedy Jr. for this position, highlighted in his social network that one of his main objectives is to combat what he considers the manipulation of food and pharmaceutical industries in public health issues.

Kennedy Jr., son of former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of former president John F. Kennedy, has been a controversial figure in American politics, especially for his positions against vaccines.

Robert Kennedy Jr. defends his position on vaccines and faces criticism in his confirmation

At his confirmation hearing on January 29, Kennedy Jr. denied being an anti -Vacunas and said he supported vaccines against diseases such as measles and polio, committing himself not to discourage his use in his role as Secretary of Health.

The controversial appointment of Kennedy Jr. joins others in the Trump cabinet, such as Elon Musk, designated to direct the government efficiency department, and Pete Hegseth, who would be head of the Pentagon.

In addition to his opinions about vaccines, Kennedy Jr. has been known for his conspiracy theories, including his statements about autism and his support for more restrictive positions on abortion, which allowed him to gain the support of Republican legislators.

However, Kennedy Jr.’s confirmation was not exempt from criticism, with the Democrats pointing to conflicts of interest related to their consulting to law firm demanding from pharmaceutical companies and questioning their statements about the shootings in schools and the use of antidepressants.

Despite these controversies, Kennedy Jr. found support in promoting his «Make America Healthy Again» program, focused on addressing the crisis of chronic diseases and holding the food industry for health in the US.

The confirmation of Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health has also aroused concerns within the scientific community, which fears that his promotion to this position can undermine efforts to combat preventable diseases and treat public health problems.

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Critics claim that their previous positions on vaccines, climate change and other health issues could generate a lack of trust between the population and health professionals.

Despite criticism, Kennedy Jr. has managed to capitalize on his figure of «anti -othishment» and his position against large corporations.

Which has allowed him to connect with a conservative base that supports his vision of a more independent and free health system of the influence of large industries.

This division in public perception about its appointment will probably mark its management at the head of one of the most critical departments in the federal government.

Source: EFE / ABC News

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