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Kennedy Faces Backlash for Swimming Amid Bacteria Warning

5/15/2025

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced backlash after sharing photos of himself swimming with his grandchildren in Rock Creek, D.C., despite warnings from the National Park Service about dangerous bacteria levels. Social media erupted with criticism, emphasizing the serious health risks posed by the contaminated water.

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced backlash after sharing photos of himself swimming with his grandchildren in Rock Creek, D.C., despite warnings from the National Park Service about dangerous bacteria levels. Social media erupted with criticism, emphasizing the serious health risks posed by the contaminated water.