Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is an environmental lawyer and a member of the Kennedy political dynasty. The third child of former U.S. senator Robert Kennedy and his wife Ethel, he has become one of the most notable voices in the anti-vaccine movement, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. Kennedy has never held political office, but is seeking the Democratic nomination for the U.S. presidential election in 2024.
RFK Jr's bitcoin proposal for U.S. dollar trashed by crypto experts
One insider told Newsweek that Kennedy's plan would create "a level of uncertainty that markets would find very hard to handle."
RFK Jr. branded "antisemite of the week" by Jewish watchdog
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been condemned by Jewish organizations over his comments about COVID-19 and vaccines.
U.S. 2024 election slogans won't derail Ukraine support—Deputy PM
"Nothing will happen if Ukraine is not on board," Olha Stefanishyna told Newsweek of any potential change in U.S. policy.
RFK Jr. replaces Trump as Russia's favorite candidate
A Russian state TV commentator praised Kennedy for injecting "his pro-Russian talking points about Ukraine into the mainstream."
RFK Jr. to give House testimony after comments on COVID and Jews
RFK Jr. will address a House subcommittee on the "weaponization of the federal government."
"People in authority lie": RFK Jr. driven by Dad's warning
During a mountain hike with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Newsweek asks: why not stop the conspiracy theories?
Robert Kennedy Jr. called out by his sister for "deplorable" remarks
The Democratic presidential candidate is facing new criticism for allegedly calling COVID-19 "ethnically targeted."
RFK Jr. blasted for suggesting COVID "ethnically targeted" to spare Jews
Kennedy Jr. was called a "conspiratorial lunatic" and accused of "spewing antisemitism" by some over his comments.
Republicans use Robert Kennedy to go after Biden
Republicans will be providing the Democratic candidate for president a platform on Capitol Hill to bash one of his chief political opponents.
Cheryl Hines frets for family as husband RFK Jr. runs for president
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is polling at around 20 percent in his bid to supplant Joe Biden as the Democratic presidential nominee.
Robert Kennedy Jr. vows to cancel student loans after Biden suffers loss
A spokesperson for Kennedy Jr. told Newsweek that the "meaningful relief" he was referring to in his tweet was "some form of student debt forgiveness."
RFK Jr. has surprising support among Joe Biden voters
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, is running against Joe Biden for the Democrats' 2024 presidential nomination.
Fact Check: Did RFK Jr. use Russian photo in campaign ad?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr was mocked online for posting a campaign photo that appeared to be based in Russia.
Trump's praise made RFK Jr. "proud"
Kennedy, who's running as a Democrat for 2024, was deemed a "common-sense guy" by former president and GOP candidate Donald Trump.
Doctor that Joe Rogan challenged to debate calls RFK Jr. "shirtless Putin"
Dr. Peter Hotez continues his war of words against politician Robert F. Kennedy Jr., despite not wanting to debate him.
Video of RFK Jr. going shirtless at bodybuilding Mecca viewed 10M times
Footage posted by the Democratic 2024 presidential candidate working out at Gold's Gym in Venice Beach, California, has gone viral on Twitter.
RFK Jr. backed by group connected to top MAGA Republicans
Creators of the Super PAC supporting the Democratic presidential hopeful appear to be connected to GOP Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene and George Santos.
Inside RFK Jr.'s life with "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star wife Cheryl Hines
As Kennedy Jr.'s bid for the White House heats up, actress Hines could well provide some much-needed star power for his campaign.
Conservatives embrace Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Joe Biden's primary challenger for the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination is having a hard time winning over his party, but Republicans can't get enough.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign is struggling to build momentum
A recent poll found the anti-vaccination campaigner had the support of 14 percent of Democratic primary voters, versus 54 percent for Biden.
Hunter Biden plea deal sparks awkward silence from Democrats
President Joe Biden's non-Republican challengers have remained quiet on the plea deal as his Republican rivals rush to weigh in.
Video of Joe Rogan challenging doctor to vaccine debate in 2019 resurfaces
Dr. Peter Hotez was asked if he would debate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. back in 2019 while on "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast.
Jordan Peterson, RFK Jr. speak out after YouTube censorship
On Peterson's podcast, presidential hopeful Robert Kennedy Jr. said that chemicals in water have led to young people becoming transgender.
Fact Check: Did RFK Jr. claim that Ukraine has cost U.S. $8 trillion?
Robert F Kennedy Jr. appeared on Joe Rogan's podcast making claims about U.S. spending in Ukraine
John Rich weighs in on Joe Rogan anti-vaccine controversy
Country music singer John Rich, of Big & Rich, gave his take on the current debate between Joe Rogan and Dr. Peter Hotez.
RFK Jr.'s remarks about transgender teens censored by YouTube
The Democratic candidate told Jordan Peterson he believed "toxic chemicals" in the water supply were contributing to a rise in "sexual dysphoria" in children.
Mark Cuban puts Joe Rogan on blast amid anti-vaccine backlash
"I thought it was unfair that Joe and Kennedy and Elon were effectively bullying Dr Hotez, so I decided to say so," Cuban said in an email to Newsweek.
Joe Rogan offers vaccine expert $100,000 to debate on his show
Comedian and podcast host issued the challenge following an interview he had with vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
RFK Jr. discusses possibility of CIA assassination with Joe Rogan
"I've gotta be careful," the 2024 presidential hopeful said when asked about the possibility of being killed by the agency.
The Sad Candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Were it not for his illustrious name, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would be just another crackpot in the growing list of bottom-feeding right-wing fringe politicians seeking high office.
