SaralnamaFact checking Robert F Kennedy's statements to Senate on COVID and vaccines happened in Washington DC. Kennedy, the US Health Secretary, clashed with senators over his management and past comments. He denied blaming antidepressants for a school shooting and insisted everyone can get COVID vaccines. Senators accused him of making false claims and limiting vaccine access. Kennedy disputed the COVID death toll, saying data was chaotic. He praised Operation Warp Speed but had previously called the vaccine 'deadliest ever'. Kennedy also faced questions about hiring a vaccine critic and his views on fluoride in drinking water. Senators fact-checked his claims on conflicts of interest in vaccine panels and union influence on school closures. (Updated 5 Sep 2025, 16:14 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Fact checking Robert F Kennedy's statements to Senate on COVID and vaccines happened in Washington DC
- Kennedy, the US Health Secretary, clashed with senators over his management and past comments
- He denied blaming antidepressants for a school shooting and insisted everyone can get COVID vaccines