RFK Jr. and Argentina’s Milei join forces to ditch WHO, make rival health system
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made headlines on Tuesday as he met with Argentine President Javier Milei at the Casa Rosada. The two leaders came together to solidify their plans to withdraw their nations from the World Health Organization (WHO) and establish a new international health framework. This meeting brought together two strong-willed political outsiders, with Milei known for his libertarian economic policies and Kennedy for his skepticism of pandemic-era mandates.
During the meeting, Argentina officially confirmed its exit from the WHO, following Milei’s initial announcement in February. This decision aligns with President Trump’s commitment to withdraw the U.S. from the WHO as part of his “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) agenda. Both Milei and Kennedy have expressed their desire to challenge what they see as global overreach and politicized health policy.
Milei’s government criticized the WHO for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, referring to their strategies as a “caveman quarantine.” Kennedy has also been vocal in his criticism of the organization, citing concerns about political interests and bureaucratic structures compromising the scientific integrity of the WHO.
Following the meeting, Kennedy took to social media to express his excitement about the partnership with Argentina and the plans to establish an alternative international health system. Both leaders emphasized the importance of prioritizing real science, individual freedom, and national sovereignty in their approach to global health.
The meeting highlighted the shared philosophies between Milei and Kennedy, with both leaders advocating for limited government intervention and a focus on individual liberties. Milei, known for his budget-cutting measures in Argentina, has seen success in reducing public spending and improving the country’s economic outlook. Kennedy’s MAHA campaign mirrors Milei’s anti-establishment style, focusing on rolling back federal overreach in the health sector.
The decision to withdraw from the WHO marks a significant departure for Argentina in terms of international partnerships. Milei’s alignment with the U.S. administration signals a shift in the country’s approach to global health initiatives. Critics have raised concerns about potential limitations on funding and access to vaccines, but Milei and Kennedy remain committed to transparency and reform in their new health alliance.
As Argentina and the U.S. embark on this new chapter in global health cooperation, it will be interesting to see how other countries respond to their decision to withdraw from the WHO. Both Milei and Kennedy are determined to create a more accountable and independent global health network, free from what they perceive as political interference and bureaucratic control.
