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Kennedy's Credibility Questioned Amid Substance Use Allegations

11/19/2025

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Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the Health and Human Services Secretary, faces criticism for controversial actions and alleged substance use.
A new book by Olivia Nuzzi claims he uses dimethyltryptamine (DMT) while publicly opposing vaccines.
Critics note the contradiction between his sobriety claims and reported drug use.
Kennedy's leadership raises concerns that his decisions appear arbitrary and lack scientific basis, raising doubts about his suitability.

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Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the Health and Human Services Secretary, faces criticism for controversial actions and alleged substance use.
A new book by Olivia Nuzzi claims he uses dimethyltryptamine (DMT) while publicly opposing vaccines.
Critics note the contradiction between his sobriety claims and reported drug use.
Kennedy's leadership raises concerns that his decisions appear arbitrary and lack scientific basis, raising doubts about his suitability.