Caroline Kennedy brands cousin RFK Jr a 'predator' before confirmation hearing

Caroline Kennedy, cousin of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has strongly criticized him ahead of his confirmation hearing for US Health Secretary, calling him a "predator" in a letter sent to senators. The letter, shared on social media, was sent ahead of RFK Jr.'s upcoming questioning by senators. Caroline, who has known her cousin for her entire life, wrote, "We grew up together, and it’s no surprise he keeps birds of prey as pets because he himself is a predator." She also argued that his controversial views on vaccines disqualify him from the position of overseeing the nation’s health policies. RFK Jr. has not yet commented on her remarks.

In a video message and letter sent to senators, Caroline Kennedy expressed her concerns about her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s, potential role in the Trump administration, especially if he is confirmed as Health and Human Services Secretary. She pointed to his lack of relevant experience in government, finance, management, or medicine, and criticized his views on vaccines, calling them "dangerous and wilfully misinformed."

Kennedy Jr. has been a prominent vaccine skeptic, falsely linking vaccines to autism, though he has recently stated that he doesn't aim to take vaccines away but wants to improve vaccine safety research. He could face scrutiny during his confirmation hearing, particularly on his stance regarding vaccines and his support for targeting junk food, a topic that resonates with many Americans.

Caroline Kennedy also raised concerns about RFK Jr.'s personal history, accusing him of preying on vulnerable parents of sick children while vaccinating his own kids. She also referred to past struggles with substance abuse and alleged cruelty toward animals, claiming that he had shown a disturbing tendency to harm animals during his youth.

Caroline, a former U.S. ambassador, stated that both her father, President John F. Kennedy, and her late uncle, Robert Kennedy, would be "disgusted" by RFK Jr.'s actions. RFK Jr. briefly ran for president last year before suspending his campaign and endorsing Trump. His confirmation hearing could delve into these matters and his broader health policy views, including his recent positions on diet and weight loss.