RFK Jr. Faces Scrutiny Over Medicaid Knowledge and Vaccine Controversies During Senate Confirmation Hearing
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During his Senate confirmation hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced significant challenges when questioned about Medicaid. Several senators noted that Kennedy appeared confused about the intricacies of the Medicaid program. He struggled to provide clear and coherent answers on how he would reform Medicaid, a government health care program used by millions of disabled and low-income individuals.
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Kennedy's responses were met with skepticism from both Democratic and Republican senators. He mentioned that "most Americans are not happy" with Medicaid, which drew further scrutiny and criticism. His inability to articulate a comprehensive plan for Medicaid reform raised concerns among the senators about his preparedness and understanding of the program's complexities.The hearing also highlighted Kennedy's past controversial statements on vaccines and his history of casting doubt on vaccine efficacy and safety. These issues compounded the concerns about his potential leadership of the Department of Health and Human Services, as senators questioned his ability to make informed and effective policy decisions on critical public health matters.