Energized by RFK Jr., Texas ‘Mad Moms’ Are Chipping Away at Vaccine Mandates

A measles outbreak in the state has not stopped “medical freedom” activists from pushing forward with their goal. They now have an influential ally in Washington: Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Kennedy to Defend H.H.S. Overhaul as Democrats Denounce ‘War on Science’

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to testify before lawmakers for the first time as health secretary on Wednesday, where he will also confront calls from a key Republican to reassure Americans about his agenda.

As Trump and RFK Jr. Reach Into Parents’ Lives, Can Democrats Capitalize?

As prices of baby gear surge and vaccine misinformation spreads, some Democrats see a chance to tap into parents’ raw emotions — something Republicans have recently been far better at doing.

Local Officials Brace for Loss of Disaster Preparedness Funding

The C.D.C. delivered $750 million annually to state and local health departments for emergency work. The program was eliminated in the Trump administration’s budget blueprint.

Trump Officials Seek to Bring First White Afrikaner Refugees to U.S. Next Week

The rapid relocation of the Afrikaners, who President Trump says have been racially persecuted in South Africa, stands in stark contrast to the virtual shutdown of all other refugee admissions.

Laura Loomer Targets Trump’s Pick for Surgeon General as Kennedy Pushes Back

The selection of Dr. Casey Means drew ridicule from a Trump ally, Laura Loomer. But Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended the surgeon general nominee.