Why it’s a terrible time for RFK Jr to lead US health policy

Robert F Kennedy Jr has been a controversial figure in US politics for years, and his nomination as President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has raised considerable concern. If he is confirmed for the position, he will be taking over at a time of chaos across US public health agencies.

Trump plunged the country’s public health infrastructure into disarray in his first week…