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Trump Let RFK Jr. Run Wild at HHS—Now They’re Trying to Contain It | Mona Charen Show
RFK Jr.'s tenure at HHS under the Trump administration led to a radical dismantling of public health safeguards, promoting misinformation and causing a resurgence of preventable diseases, though recent political pushback suggests a potential shift in strategy.
The Party of “Freedom” Now Wants to Police Your Coffee Order
RFK Jr.'s challenge to Dunkin' Donuts over high sugar content ignites a 'culture war' debate, framed by hosts as an attack on New England identity and individual consumer freedom.
Trump Is Dismantling America's Future (w/ Atul Gawande) | Mona Charen Show
Dr. Atul Gawande, a leading surgeon and former USAID administrator, details how recent political decisions are actively dismantling critical global health infrastructure, undermining scientific progress, and eroding US soft power, with devastating human costs.
FDA Reverses Decision About Moderna Flu Vaccine
The FDA made an unprecedented reversal on its refusal to review Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine application, signaling significant political interference and creating regulatory uncertainty for the pharmaceutical industry.
RFK Jr. Cuts America’s Childhood Vaccine Schedule
RFK Jr.'s Department of Health and Human Services has significantly reduced the recommended childhood vaccine schedule, sparking concerns about public health, access, and the erosion of trust in scientific institutions.
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