Over 17,000 doctors have signed a letter urging the Senate to reject President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services. The letter calls Kennedy "unqualified" and "actively dangerous," citing his history of spreading false claims about vaccine safety. The letter condemns Kennedy's nomination as an insult to healthcare professionals dedicated to preventing illness and saving lives, asserting that Americans deserve qualified leadership. The American Public Health Association also criticized Kennedy in November, citing a lack of necessary skills, temperament, and public trust for the role. Kennedy is known for his controversial stances on vaccines and other health issues.
