BREAKING NEWS: RFK Jr. Faces Intense Grilling Over CDC Controversy
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Health and Human Services Secretary, is testifying before the Senate finance committee today at 10 a.m. EST.
Kennedy is facing intense questioning about the recent chaos at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), where three top officials resigned in protest after he pressured the new director to resign.
The hearing's stated focus is on the president's 2026 healthcare agenda, but expect a barrage of questions about Kennedy's moves to overhaul federal vaccine policy and his leadership style.
This controversy has sparked growing calls for Kennedy's resignation, including from over 1,000 current and former HHS staff members.
Background: Last week, Kennedy pressured CDC Director Susan Monarez to resign, which led to her firing by the White House. The three top CDC officials then resigned in protest.
The hearing is ongoing, with live coverage available on various news outlets.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
*This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*
