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Kennedy Faces Protests During Martha's Vineyard Health Meeting

9/23/2025

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. Health Secretary, visits Martha’s Vineyard for the annual STAC meeting hosted by the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head.
Protests accompany Kennedy’s vaccine stance, with events planned at Martha’s Vineyard Airport and in Aquinnah.
Cheryl Andrews-Maltais, chairwoman of the Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribal Council, emphasizes collaboration with federal officials to tackle tribal health challenges.

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Story summary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. Health Secretary, visits Martha’s Vineyard for the annual STAC meeting hosted by the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head.
Protests accompany Kennedy’s vaccine stance, with events planned at Martha’s Vineyard Airport and in Aquinnah.
Cheryl Andrews-Maltais, chairwoman of the Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribal Council, emphasizes collaboration with federal officials to tackle tribal health challenges.