Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has big plans for the FDA if he's confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services. FDA Commissioner Robert Califf explains why certain changes may not be that easy — or desirable.

Manufacturers who use Red No. 3 in food will have until Jan. 15, 2027 to reformulate their products, while those who use the dye in drugs will have until Jan. 18, 2028, according to the FDA announcement. Food imported in the U.S. will also be required to comply with the new regulations.

If he’s confirmed as health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will have broad authority to pursue an anti-vaccine agenda.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. petitioned the F.D.A. to revoke authorization of the shots at a time when they were in high demand and considered life-saving.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s personal attorney previously petitioned the Food and Drug Administration to revoke its approval of a polio vaccine. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. returned to the Hill Tuesday along ...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. petitioned the FDA to revoke its authorization for the Covid-19 vaccine just six months after it was made available.

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s recent disclosures have revealed several potential conflicts of interest, including investments in two biopharma companies.

A conservative group founded by former Vice President Mike Pence is urging Republicans to reject Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services Secretary, citing his support for abortion access—as some GOP senators who have expressed concerns about his controversial vaccine views have not said whether they will vote to confirm Kennedy.

Dr. Robert M. Califf bid farewell to his role as Commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in a reflective post on X, formerly

The secretary of Health and Human Services nominee wrote in an ethics agreement that he would keep receiving contingency fees.

Robert F Kennedy Jr, chosen by Trump to lead health agencies, requested the FDA to revoke Covid-19 vaccine authorizations in May 2021, citing risks over benefits. Public health experts criticized the move,

Kennedy, President Donald Trump’s pick to head the Department of Health and Human Services, will face two Senate committee hearings next week