This morning, the Senate Finance Committee voted 14-13 in favor of advancing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to the Senate floor. The decision was made along party lines, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy ultimately voting with his Republican colleagues despite initial concerns.
Senator Cassidy, a doctor, had previously expressed reservations about Kennedy's views on vaccines. However, after engaging in 'very intense conversations' with Kennedy and Vice President J.D. Vance over the weekend, Cassidy decided to support the nomination.
In a statement released just before the vote, Cassidy highlighted the commitments he received from the administration and the potential for collaboration on shared priorities such as promoting healthy foods and advancing a pro-American agenda.
While the vote in the Senate Finance Committee marks a significant step forward for Kennedy's nomination, the process is far from over. The nomination will now move to the Senate floor for further consideration and debate.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination has been a topic of discussion and scrutiny, particularly due to his controversial views on vaccines. As the nomination progresses, it is likely to continue generating interest and debate among lawmakers and the public.
