President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services has raised concerns within the global health community. If confirmed, Kennedy's role as HHS secretary could significantly influence US health policies and have far-reaching implications internationally.
Kennedy has outlined various domestic issues he aims to address within the federal government, including food supplies, fluoride, raw milk, and psychedelics. However, there is limited information available regarding his plans for the global mission of HHS, sparking apprehension among health experts.