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On Capitol Hill, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Trump's nominee for the Department of Health and Human Services, has faced scrutiny due to his previous comments questioning vaccine safety. During his Senate confirmation hearings, Kennedy attempted to mitigate worries about his stance on vaccines and their safety, particularly regarding the polio vaccine.
Trump defended his pick, indicating Kennedy would take a moderate approach compared to public perception. Still, the Republican leadership has issued warnings against undermining confidence in proven medical interventions, emphasizing the importance of trust in vaccines.