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RFK Jr confirmed as US President Trump's health secretary by Senate | BBC News
Robert F Kennedy Jr, better known as RFK Jr, has been confirmed as President Donald Trump's health secretary, after receiving votes 52-48 from the US Senate.
RFK Jr's record of vaccine scepticism came under scrutiny during confirmation hearings. He also pledged to tackle obesity and ultra-processed foods.
The Senate also confirmed Trump's pick to lead the Department of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, while Kash Patel's nomination for FBI director advances towards a vote by the full chamber.
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By BBC NewsRobert F Kennedy Jr, better known as RFK Jr, has been confirmed as President Donald Trump's health secretary, after receiving votes 52-48 from the US Senate.
RFK Jr's record of vaccine scepticism came under scrutiny during confirmation hearings. He also pledged to tackle obesity and ultra-processed foods.
The Senate also confirmed Trump's pick to lead the Department of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, while Kash Patel's nomination for FBI director advances towards a vote by the full chamber.
Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog
For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news
#US #DonaldTrump #BBCNews