Washington, D.C.'s Beltway Publications left no doubt about who stands to lose the most after President Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Politico highlighted the uproarreports on Washington lobbyists' fierce opposition to President Trump's decision to put Kennedy at the helm of the $3 trillion health agency. President Kennedy's proposals – tightening pesticide regulations, reconsidering the safety of vaccines, banning processed foods in schools, and overhauling health and food agencies – pose a serious threat to corporate profits. Caught off guard, lobbyists are now scrambling to use their connections to block Mr. Kennedy's Senate confirmation to minimize risk.
RFK Jr. has consistently uncovered important truths and fought for transparency in public health.
As a physician committed to my patients, my community, and my country, I fully support Mr. Kennedy's nomination. His lifelong dedication to health, safety and medical autonomy makes him the perfect candidate for this important cabinet position. President Trump deserves praise for this bold and courageous choice.
The United States faces an epidemic of poor health. More than 80% of adults have at least one chronic disease, and obesity rates among children and adults are at record highs. At the same time, drug prices and medical costs continue to rise. Substance abuse plagues society, and the incidence of mental illness is increasing every year. The role of Secretary of Health and Human Services requires a leader with diverse expertise, a broad perspective, and a deep understanding of both health care and the forces shaping the system.
For decades, Kennedy has worked tirelessly for the health and well-being of America's children. Despite persistent accusations of spreading “disinformation” and “conspiracy theories,” Kennedy is not “anti-vaccine.” Instead, he has defended vaccine efficacy and transparency of injury data, which threatens powerful profit-driven interests. Even the COVID-19 treatments he promoted, such as ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine, once dismissed as “discredited,” have quietly and stealthily regained good standing.
RFK Jr. has consistently uncovered important truths and fought for transparency in public health. He clarified that there are no double-blind, randomized controlled trials of childhood vaccines on the CDC schedule, a fact that requires scrutiny. President Kennedy also examined disparities in disease prevalence, with vaccinated populations having higher rates of autoimmune diseases, neurological disorders, allergies, and autism compared to unvaccinated populations. found a high prevalence of cancer, raising questions that demand answers rather than ignoring them.
President Kennedy has vowed to end financial relationships between drug companies and medical journals that undermine the integrity of research and leave doctors without a reliable source of unbiased data. He advocates for the removal of harmful additives such as trans fats, artificial colors, and preservatives from the U.S. food supply. These ingredients are banned in many other countries.
President Kennedy is also working to eliminate pharmaceutical advertising on television, a practice unique to the United States and New Zealand that undermines media independence. His approach prioritizes the four pillars of medical ethics: autonomy, non-malice, beneficence, and justice, and seeks to restore medical autonomy, individual sovereignty, and end obligations that strip individuals of their choice.
Kennedy's nomination to oversee a large federal health care agency that includes members of the pharmaceutical industry, doctors and the health systems that employ them, lobbyists, insurance companies, and media outlets accustomed to large-scale pharmaceutical advertising I understand that it is a threat to many people. dollars, and a food industry that uses cheap but toxic ingredients to maximize profits. But we need competent leadership at HHS that prioritizes science, protecting public health, and the well-being of all Americans. The health and future of our country depends on it.
Change, especially fundamental change, can be difficult, especially for those who benefit financially and professionally from the status quo. But our health care system is in dire need of fundamental change, and I urge the Senate to quickly confirm Mr. Kennedy's appointment so that he can fix our health care system and put America back on track. We urge you to enable much-needed efforts to begin.
