Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation hearings are set to commence before the Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday and the Health, Education, Labor, and Pension committee on Thursday. The room is already filling up with Kennedy's supporters, many wearing 'Make America Healthy Again' hats and white lab coats.
Senators from both sides of the aisle are closely watching Kennedy's hearings to determine their support for his confirmation. Kennedy will appear before the finance committee on Wednesday and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions on Thursday.
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Key Points in RFK Jr.'s Confirmation Hearings
As Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation hearings unfold, attention is on his vaccine views, stance on abortion, and efforts to garner bipartisan support. Caroline Kennedy's letter and public opinion will also influence the outcome.
