President-elect Donald Trump has named Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent vaccine skeptic, as the new Secretary of Health and Human Services. Kennedy, who previously suspended his 2024 presidential campaign to support Trump, has gained notable attention for his controversial views linking vaccines to autism, despite scientific refutations. His appointment concludes weeks of speculation on the health secretary role and suggests a focus on public health issues, including childhood obesity and diabetes interventions. Trump announced the decision via social media, emphasizing a shift from corporate influence in healthcare.

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