Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed that former President Donald Trump has promised him “control” over the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), as well as their sub-agencies, including the CDC, FDA, NIH, and several others. This information was shared in a video clip that has been circulating online. Kennedy stated that Trump had pledged to allow him to oversee these public health agencies in order to eliminate conflicts and corruption and restore evidence-based science practices. He also mentioned that the HHS and USDA secretary positions are cabinet-level roles.
Although no formal decisions have been made regarding cabinet and personnel appointments, Trump’s campaign national press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, indicated that the former president plans to work with individuals like RFK Jr. to improve public health and combat chronic diseases among children. Kennedy, who previously sought the Democratic presidential nomination before switching to an independent bid and ultimately endorsing Trump, has expressed his desire to work on improving the current agricultural system. He plans to provide farmers with alternatives to the current practices that harm the soil, public health, and family farms.
In a podcast interview with Joe Rogan, Trump confirmed his commitment to including Kennedy in his administration by stating, “I am.” During a recent rally, Trump mentioned that he would allow Kennedy to focus on health, food, and medicine and give him the freedom to address these issues. Kennedy has stated that his first priority, once Trump is back in office and he is in Washington, will be to remove ultra-processed foods from school lunches. This aligns with his overall goal of making America healthy again by addressing systemic issues within public health entities.
Kennedy has been outspoken about his concerns regarding public health organizations like the CDC, NIH, FDA, and USDA, which he believes have become controlled by the industries they are meant to regulate. He and Trump plan to replace corrupt officials with those who prioritize the well-being of the public. Kennedy’s agenda focuses on restoring trust in these agencies and implementing evidence-based practices to improve public health outcomes. By working together, he and Trump aim to ensure that these agencies serve the public interest rather than corporate interests.
The Supreme Court recently denied Kennedy’s efforts to have his name removed from ballots in Michigan and Wisconsin, indicating that his presence in the political sphere remains relevant. Kennedy’s collaboration with Trump signifies a unique partnership that seeks to address the systemic issues within public health and agriculture. By empowering individuals like Kennedy to lead key agencies, Trump demonstrates his commitment to promoting evidence-based science and improving public health outcomes. This collaboration has the potential to bring about significant changes in how public health agencies operate and serve the American people.
