In a move that has ignited controversy, former President Donald Trump has declared his intention to give Robert F. Kennedy Jr. complete control over health, food, and medicine issues if he wins a second term in office.
Trump revealed this plan at a rally in Madison Square Garden, New York, on Sunday. He stated, “I’m going to let him go wild on health. I’m going to let him go wild on the food. I’m going to let him go wild on the medicines.” The only exception to this free reign, according to Trump, is oil, which he referred to as “liquid gold.”
This pledge comes after Kennedy, who previously withdrew from an independent presidential bid and endorsed Trump, has been actively campaigning for the former president’s re-election under the banner of “Make America Healthy Again.” Kennedy has gained notoriety for his outspoken views against vaccines, a stance that has drawn significant criticism from the medical community. He has also been vocal about the proliferation of processed foods and additives.
The relationship between Trump and Kennedy has been developing over the past year. In July, reports surfaced that Kennedy was in talks with Trump about potentially joining his administration in a senior role. Later in August, Kennedy officially suspended his own presidential campaign and threw his support behind Trump. Trump, in turn, welcomed Kennedy at a rally in Arizona, praising him as an “incredible champion” and predicting his significant influence on the campaign.
Kennedy has revealed that Trump has asked him to help reform key health agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and National Institutes of Health (NIH), if he returns to the White House. While Trump’s campaign has described discussions on specific roles as “premature,” the potential for Kennedy to hold such a powerful position has raised alarm bells among medical professionals and public health advocates.
The controversy surrounding this alliance is further amplified by the fact that Kennedy’s endorsement of Trump has been met with disapproval from his siblings, who see it as a betrayal of their family values.
The implications of this potential power shift in the realm of health, food, and medicine are significant. Critics argue that Kennedy’s views on vaccines and his promotion of unproven health claims pose a serious threat to public health. The potential impact on food regulations and pharmaceutical oversight is also a source of concern.
This development is sure to be a hot topic of debate as the 2024 election approaches. The potential consequences of Trump’s pledge to empower Kennedy, both for the health and well-being of Americans and the future of the country, remain to be seen.
