Senate committee advances Robert F. Kennedy Jr. nomination to …
2 days ago · WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial environmental lawyer turned public health critic, cleared his first hurdle on Tuesday to become the nation’s top health official when the senate finance committee voted to advance his nomination for a floor vote. Republicans voted together to advance his nomination, while Democrats all opposed.
The Republicans to Watch During Kennedy’s Confirmation Hearings
Jan 29, 2025 · Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa. Ms. Ernst, a staunch opponent of abortion, has raised questions about Mr. Kennedy’s views on the issue. “He will need to publicly state his position on abortion ...
R.F.K. Jr.’s Fate Rests In Hands of a Small Group of Republicans
Jan 29, 2025 · See more on: U.S. Politics, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Susan Collins, Joni Ernst, John Fetterman, Charles E. Grassley Share full article The Trump Administration’s First 100 Days
Confirmation Hearings for RFK Jr., Patel, Gabbard: Updates
Jan 30, 2025 · Lawmakers are set to grill Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Tulsi Gabbard and Kash Patel, three of Trump’s most controversial Cabinet nominees. ... Then Iowa Senator Joni Ernst spoke to Gabbard’s ...
Key GOP senators want public commitments from RFK Jr. on …
Jan 28, 2025 · Republican Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa, who is anti-abortion rights, told CNN that Kennedy needs to do more to assuage her concerns given his past comments supporting access to the procedure.
How key Republican senators are responding to Trump allies' …
Jan 25, 2025 · In the case of Iowa’s Joni Ernst, conservatives threatened to run against her if she didn’t back Trump’s pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth — before she announced she would. Louisiana’s Bill Cassidy, a doctor before entering politics, is being closely watched for how he will question Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , Trump’s nominee for ...
When Are Pam Bondi, RFK Jr. Senate Confirmation Votes? Full …
Pete Hegseth, whose confirmation hearing was one of the first to be considered, faced an easier process after receiving the backing of Republican Senator Joni Ernst, who was previously...
Pressure on Iowa senator shows consequences for Republicans …
Dec 12, 2024 · Sen. Joni Ernst is facing an aggressive pressure campaign from President-elect Donald Trump’s allies, complete with threats of primary challengers.
Iowans tell Sen. Ernst to reject RFK Jr. as health secretary
Dec 4, 2024 · DES MOINES — A group of Eastern Iowa residents met Tuesday in Cedar Rapids with a staff member from U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst’s office to urge the Iowa Republican to vote against the appointment of...
Gabbard, RFK Jr., Patel hearings set to consume Capitol Hill
Jan 30, 2025 · Tulsi Gabbard, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Kash Patel will simultaneously appear for confirmation hearings Thursday morning, setting up a triple-box of events that are set to command the attention ...