Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to testify before multiple congressional committees soon
April 22, 2026 • Google News World
Congressional Hearing Schedule for RFK Jr.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent advocate, has been scheduled to testify before Congress on multiple occasions in recent weeks. According to reports, he is set to appear in two congressional hearings today, marking his seventh appearance this month alone.
The first hearing took place earlier today, with Kennedy testifying before lawmakers. The second hearing is scheduled for later today, as part of a packed schedule that includes seven appearances this month.
Kennedy’s testimony comes amid ongoing debates over funding and reorganization within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Some Republican senators have expressed opposition to proposed cuts to NIH funding and plans for HHS reorganization, which they believe could impact public health initiatives.
In a statement released earlier today, Kennedy expressed concerns over potential cuts to NIH funding, describing them as “painful.” However, he declined to commit to supporting the current CDC director’s vaccine guidance.
Kennedy’s appearances before Congress have garnered significant attention in recent weeks, with multiple news outlets covering his testimony.
Source: Google News World