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What RFK Jr.'s Confirmation Would Mean for the Health of the Nation

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President Donald Trump shakes hands with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at a campaign rally in October. Kennedy, who is skeptical of vaccines, is among Trump's advisers on health. (Alex Brandon/AP)

One of the most controversial cabinet nominations is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as head of the US Department of Health and Human Services.

He’s President-elect Trump’s pick to be the country’s top health official. RFK Jr. is armed with his ‘Make America Healthy Again’ platform and Trump’s promise to let him ‘go wild.’ So, what will that look like on the ground? RFK Jr. has controversial views on vaccines, fluoride, and food regulation.

On this episode of Political Breakdown, host Lesley McClurg speaks with Dr. Céline Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News and CBS News medical contributor.

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