Politics and Principles: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's Surprising Shift

Robert F Kennedy Jr'shas changed his tune. RFK Jr. was known for his outspoken criticism of Trump's food choices. Trump's love for fast food is well-documented. Kennedy Jr. once called Trump's eating habits “poison" and "inedible. " But now he's singing a different tune. Kennedy Jr. defended fast food during his confirmation hearing for Health Secretary. He said, “I don’t want to take food away from anybody. " He was talking about his boss, Trump, who loves McDonald’s cheeseburgers and Diet Coke. Kennedy Jr. has also changed his stance on vaccines. Once vocal about vaccine safety, Kennedy Jr. now denies his past statements. He blames the media for misrepresenting him. Kennedy Jr. clarified his stance, saying, “News reports have claimed that I am anti-vaccine or anti-industry. I am neither. I am pro-safety. ” Senator Wyden challenged Kennedy Jr. on his contradictory claims. Kennedy Jr. blamed the media for twisting his words and said, “That statement I made on the Lex Fridman podcast was a fragment of a statement. ” Kennedy Jr. seems to be adopting Trump's ways, from his tan to his interview style. It seems Kennedy Jr. is prioritizing loyalty to Donald Trump over his own principles. Trump's love for McDonald’s is as strong as ever. Kennedy Jr. 's transformation raises questions about the cost of staying in the GOP spotlight.