Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will testify before the Senate Appropriations Committee about the department’s fiscal 2027 budget request. Recent hearings have zeroed in on leadership changes at HHS and proposed updates to the childhood vaccine schedule under the Trump administration’s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda. The session begins at 2:30 p.m. EDT and will be available via live broadcast for public viewing.
Live: RFK Jr. Testifies Before Senate On HHS Fiscal 2027 Budget — Watch At 2:30 PM EDT
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will appear before the Senate Appropriations Committee Tuesday afternoon to present and defend the department’s fiscal 2027 budget request.
In a series of hearings over the past week, senators have pressed Kennedy about recent leadership changes at HHS, proposed updates to the childhood vaccine schedule, and other initiatives tied to the Trump administration’s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda. Lawmakers are seeking clarity on policy shifts, implementation timelines, and potential impacts on public-health programs.
What To Expect
The hearing is scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. EDT and will be broadcast live. Viewers can watch the live feed to follow testimony, questioning from senators, and any major announcements or commitments from the HHS secretary.
Note: Coverage may include live video, expert commentary, and follow-up reporting as the committee examines the fiscal 2027 proposal.
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