LIVE VIDEO: Kennedy Confirmation Hearing Day Two

ABC News reports:

Chairman Bill Cassidy, a Republican, kicked off Thursday’s hearing by saying he agrees with Kennedy’s view on the need to tackle ultra-processed food and its impact on Americans’ health. But he quickly admitted he has some concerns about his nomination.

“It’s no secret I have some reservations about your past positions on vaccines and COVID issues,” the senator said.

Cassidy spoke at length about his experience as a physician, and openly questioned if Americans will trust Kennedy given his past comments undermining vaccines. He asked Kennedy directly: “What will you tell the American mother? Will you tell her to vaccinate her child or not?”

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