RFK says he backs Trump abortion stance ‘100%,’ will not go overboard regulating food

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been making the rounds on Capitol Hill this week in an effort to garner support for his nomination as the next leader of the Department of Health and Human Services. One senator, Tommy Tuberville, R–Ala., shared insights from his meeting with Kennedy, revealing that Kennedy is aligning himself with President-elect Donald Trump’s stance on abortion and has indicated that he will exercise restraint in regulating the agricultural industry.

During his meeting with Sen. Tuberville, Kennedy expressed his support for Trump’s views on abortion, stating that he will stand behind the President 100%. Trump has been vocal about his desire to leave the decision on abortion to the states and has shown support for certain limited exceptions to abortion restrictions. Kennedy has assured senators that he is aligned with Trump’s stance on abortion and is in favor of letting the states decide on the matter.

In addition to discussing abortion, Kennedy and Tuberville also touched on the topic of regulating the agricultural industry. Tuberville shared that Kennedy understands the need to strike a balance when it comes to regulating the food industry. Kennedy has been a vocal advocate for healthier food practices and has been critical of processed foods and pesticides in the past. However, he assured Tuberville that he will not go “overboard” with regulations that could harm farmers’ livelihoods.

Kennedy’s nomination has raised concerns among both pro-life groups and members of the agricultural sector. Pro-life groups have expressed skepticism over Kennedy’s past statements on reproductive rights, while farmers are worried about potential restrictions on modern farming techniques. Despite these concerns, Tuberville emphasized that Kennedy is committed to finding a middle ground that protects farmers while ensuring food safety.

Overall, Kennedy’s meetings on Capitol Hill have shed light on his evolving views on abortion and his approach to regulating the agricultural industry. As he continues to drum up support for his nomination, Kennedy will need to address the concerns of various stakeholders and demonstrate his ability to lead the Department of Health and Human Services effectively.