As US President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office on January 20, his cabinet appointments are drawing significant attention, particularly the selection of Robert F Kennedy Jr to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (H.H.S.). Kennedy signalled his readiness for the role by posting a video on social media platform X, where he was seen working out at the gym. “Practicing moves for my confirmation hearing“, he said.

A vocal advocate for the ‘Make America Healthy Again’ (MAHA) initiative, Kennedy aims to address the root causes of chronic disease, improve the food supply through regenerative agriculture, and eliminate toxins from the environment. His plans also involve reducing corporate influence in government health agencies and protecting natural habitats, marking a potentially transformative approach to public health under Trump’s leadership.
Kennedy’s nomination has sparked widespread debate. Known for his scepticism about vaccines and certain public health measures, his appointment is expected to bring notable shifts in one of the country’s most influential departments. Many anticipate that his tenure will challenge existing policies and practices, with potential seismic changes in health administration.
Kennedy has already taken a firm stance on reforming the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), “The FDA’s war on public health is about to end,” he said in a post on social media.
His workout video quickly sparked varied reactions on social media.