Robert F. Kennedy Jr. avoided taking a strong position on abortion restrictions in response to questions from Sen. James Lankford, a Republican from Oklahoma who strongly opposes the procedure. Kenned

Kennedy was a vocal critic of abortion restrictions throughout his career, but now supports Trump’s position that it should be left to the states.

The health committee chairman, Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., also has expressed concerns about Kennedy's anti-vaccine work. A physician, Cassidy said earlier this month he “had a frank conversation” and “spoke about vaccines at length” with Kennedy. On Tuesday, Cassidy told reporters that he is still unsure if he is backing Trump’s nominee.