Senate Vote Splits Down Party Lines
The confirmation process mirrored the deep political divides in Washington. The vote broke largely along party lines, with:
- 52 Republicans voting in favor
- 45 Democrats, two independents, and one Republican voting against
Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) stood out as the sole Republican dissenter, following his opposition to Tulsi Gabbard’s confirmation as Director of National Intelligence (DNI) the day before.
Kennedy ultimately secured the role after wavering GOP senators—who had previously expressed reservations—fell in line behind Trump’s pick.
Trump’s Cabinet Picks Gain Momentum
Kennedy’s confirmation marks yet another victory for Trump’s cabinet selections, further cementing his influence over federal policy. His confirmation follows:
- The appointment of Tulsi Gabbard as DNI on Wednesday
- The confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense on January 24
With RFK Jr. now in charge of the nation’s largest health agencies, the stage is set for a dramatic shift in U.S. health policy—one that could reshape the federal government’s approach to medical oversight, vaccine initiatives, and healthcare regulation in ways yet to be fully understood.
