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Why Mitch McConnell voted against RFK Jr. for health secretary
- A survivor of childhood polio, Sen. Mitch McConnell was the only Republican in the Senate to vote No. Here's how he explained his vote.
The article from UALR Public Radio discusses Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's decision to vote against Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for Health Secretary. McConnell's opposition stems from Kennedy's controversial views on vaccines, where he has publicly questioned their safety and efficacy, aligning himself with anti-vaccine advocates. This stance has raised concerns among many in the scientific and medical communities, as well as within the Senate, about the potential impact on public health policy. McConnell emphasized the need for a Health Secretary who supports established scientific consensus, especially during a time when public trust in health institutions is crucial. The vote reflects broader tensions within the Republican Party regarding science, public health, and the influence of misinformation.
Read the Full KUAR Article at:
[ https://www.ualrpublicradio.org/npr-news/2025-02-13/why-mitch-mcconnell-voted-against-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary ]
Read the Full KUAR Article at:
[ https://www.ualrpublicradio.org/npr-news/2025-02-13/why-mitch-mcconnell-voted-against-rfk-jr-for-health-secretary ]
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