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Caroline Kennedy Calls Cousin RFK Jr. 'Predator' Ahead of Hearing

1/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Caroline Kennedy fiercely denounced her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., before his Secretary of Health and Human Services confirmation hearing, branding him a "predator" due to troubling animal behavior and his contradictory stance on vaccinations. Her son, Jack Schlossberg, joined the fray, challenging RFK Jr.'s qualifications and expressing concern over his responses during the hearing.

History

Historical Context

Caroline Kennedy's condemnation of her cousin Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reflects a long-standing family divide over public health issues. Historically, the Kennedy family has championed vaccination, with John F. Kennedy and Ted Kennedy supporting the Vaccination Assistance Act of 1962. RFK Jr.'s controversial anti-vaccine stance has drawn criticism from family members, echoing past tensions within the family regarding public health and misinformation.

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Caroline Kennedy fiercely denounced her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., before his Secretary of Health and Human Services confirmation hearing, branding him a "predator" due to troubling animal behavior and his contradictory stance on vaccinations. Her son, Jack Schlossberg, joined the fray, challenging RFK Jr.'s qualifications and expressing concern over his responses during the hearing.

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