President-elect Donald Trump is pushing a strategy for the Republican-controlled Senate to recess early so as many controversial nominees may be appointed as possible, which could allow Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to become Health and Human Services Secretary without a confirmation hearing or vote and serve until the end of 2026.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. As HHS Secretary: Prepare For The Worst, But Hope For The Best
Kennedy’s nomination for HHS secretary already is drawing concerns, which could mean a more conventional pick emerges, but industry should prepare for Kennedy to control the US Health and Human Services Department for at least some time.
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