Caroline Kennedy Labels Cousin RFK Jr a "Predator" Before Confirmation Hearing

Caroline Kennedy's outspoken criticism of RFK Jr underscores deep familial divides and raises significant concerns about his suitability for a key health role in the Trump administration.

Caroline Kennedy, a notable public figure and cousin of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has made headlines with a scathing letter directed to U.S. senators, urging them to reject her cousin's nomination for the position of health and human services secretary. This statement comes ahead of RFK Jr.'s confirmation hearing, set for Wednesday, and has stirred controversy due to its strong language and personal nature.

In her letter, shared widely on social media, Caroline Kennedy reflects on their shared upbringing, saying, "I have known Bobby my whole life; we grew up together." She does not hold back in characterizing RFK Jr. as a "predator," claiming that he keeps "birds of prey as pets because he himself is a predator." Her primary concern centers around his long-standing skepticism of vaccines, which she asserts disqualifies him from a leading role in shaping U.S. health policy.

Kennedy elaborated that his views are not only dangerous but "willfully misinformed," expressing alarm about the potential implications of his leadership over key health agencies, including the CDC and FDA. President Trump has promised that his nominee would prioritize scientific integrity in health policies, a stark contrast to RFK Jr.'s controversial stance on vaccinations.

RFK Jr. has been known for pushing dangerous, baseless claims about vaccines, alleging a link to autism, despite recent claims from him that his focus is to improve vaccine safety rather than eliminate them entirely. His upcoming confirmation hearing will likely address these contentious views, along with his intentions concerning public health, particularly regarding junk food — a topic on which he has gained traction with many voters.

The letter further confronts RFK Jr.'s personal history, with Caroline accusing him of preying on vulnerable parents of sick children while hypocritically vaccinating his own kids. She also brings attention to his past struggles with substance abuse, suggesting that he has influenced younger family members towards a path of addiction.

Adding a shocking twist to her claims, she accuses RFK Jr. of animal cruelty, recalling troubling incidents from their childhood. "His basement, his garage, and his dorm room were the centres of the action where drugs were available," she writes. She claims to have witnessed disturbing scenes as he allegedly showed off how he harmed baby animals to feed his pets.

Caroline Kennedy's sentiments further highlight a familial rift, asserting that her father, former President John F. Kennedy, and her uncle, Robert F. Kennedy, would be appalled by her cousin's actions and beliefs. The political landscape intensifies as RFK Jr., who had previously launched a presidential campaign before endorsing Trump, faces scrutiny at a pivotal moment in his career.