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MAHA activists warn Trump could lose their support over glyphosate order
Members of the U.S. Make America Healthy Again movement that backs Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. say an executive order this week to boost domestic production of the weedkiller glyphosate risks their support in November's midterm elections.
CDC postpones influential vaccine advisory panel's February meeting
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stepped up efforts to rewrite U.S. vaccination policy, dropping recommendations for six childhood shots.
Hegseth invited pastor who calls for Christian theocracy to lead Pentagon prayer service
A controversial pastor who supports repealing women’s right to vote and believes homosexuality should be a crime led a worship service at the Pentagon this week, saying he was invited by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Trump jokes at Board of Peace about sharing limelight with Rubio, first lady
Trump joked at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting that he might fire Secretary of State Marco Rubio over his success following a European speech.
RFK Jr. says keto can 'cure' schizophrenia. Can a diet alleviate mental illness?
The health secretary claimed twice earlier this month that the high-fat, low-carb keto diet can "cure" mental illness. Experts say, "not so fast."
Starmer appoints Antonia Romeo as Britain’s first female cabinet secretary
The appointment follows allegations she was previously spoken to about her management style
Trump’s Order Aims to Boost Ingredient Used in Roundup
An executive order aimed at ramping up production of glyphosate set off alarms among supporters of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Rubio plans to update Netanyahu on US-Iran talks in Israel next week, officials say
Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to travel to Israel next week to update Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the U.S.-Iran nuclear talks
Jay Bhattacharya named acting CDC director
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dismissed Jim O’Neill, whom Trump will nominate to lead the National Science Foundation, from the CDC job last week.
One Year of RFK Jr. Has Left Public Health Devastated
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a lot of promises on his way to becoming health secretary. He pledged to Make America Healthy Again, of course, and to restore trust in embattled health agencies. And he said he wouldn’t “take away anybody’s vaccines.”
Episode 51: We Are in the Pain Cave of Politics
Carrie, Amy and Matthew join the Roundtable this week. First, Amy takes a look at Trump's sagging approval ratings among white working-class voters and what that could mean for the midterms. Then, Matthew gives a primer on this year’s races for secretary of state and other election offices that will wield significant influence over how the 2028 and 2030 cycles are administered.And finally, the team discusses which winter Olympic sport they would want to compete in and who would like to experience what it means to be "in the pain cave."
Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of Epstein files cover-up
‘Get the files out’, says former secretary of state, adding that she and Bill Clinton have ‘nothing to hide’
Axios reports Defense Secretary Hegseth is ‘close’ to cutting business ties with AI company Anthropic
Maryland DHS secretary Rafael López resigning, cites health-related reasons
Maryland DHS secretary Rafael López resigning, cites health-related reasons
Rubio plugs Orbán’s bid for another term after April elections during a visit to Budapest
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday enthusiastically endorsed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ‘s bid to serve a fifth straight term after upcoming ele…
Ban on social media for under-16s is not inevitable, signals technology secretary
Liz Kendall says several organisations have concerns about ban on social media for under-16s before conclusion of government consultation
Rubio meets Orbán in Budapest as US and Hungary are to sign a civilian nuclear pact
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in Budapest as the two countries move to sign a civilian nuclear cooperation deal
US health regulators to consider safety status of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in remarks that aired on Sunday.
Kennedy Promises Action, Though Not Regulation, on Ultraprocessed Foods
The health secretary said the Food and Drug Administration would “act on” a request from a former F.D.A. commissioner to close a loophole on food safety.
Hillary Clinton clashes with Czech leader over Trump policies at Munich security conference
Former secretary of state Hillary Clinton clashed with Czech deputy prime minister who defended the Trump administration at Munich Security Conference
A year of upheaval: RFK Jr. in Trump's Cabinet
The health secretary turned his agencies toward skepticism of processed food and vaccines, but he’s faced pushback at every turn — including from Republicans.
Health group calls on RFK Jr. to resign after cocaine admission
The Health and Human Services secretary said he snorted “cocaine off toilet seats.”
Europeans reject U.S. claims after Rubio's address in Munich
A top European Union official has rejected the notion that Europe faces “civilizational erasure,” pushing back at criticism of the continent by the Trump administration. It came a day after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio offered a somewhat reassuring message to European allies.
GOP senators view Lutnick’s contacts with Epstein as political liability
Republican senators are worried that revelations around Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s ties to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein could balloon into a bigger political liability for th…
Cooper to face questions after UK said Russia killed Navalny with frog toxin
Foreign secretary to be interviewed on the morning shows after UK and other countries accused Kremlin over Putin critic’s death
Rubio says U.S., Europe ‘belong together,’ despite rifts over Trump policies
Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that the United States and Europe “belong together” in a speech Saturday seeking to unify the Western alliance.
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) February 15, 2026
This week on Politics Unplugged, former state GOP boss Gina Swoboda announces she is leaving the congressional race in CD1 to run for Secretary of State. Then, Republican consultant Marcus Dell’Artino and former Democratic lawmaker Reginald Bolding discuss Karrin Taylor Robson pulling the plug on her run for governor and Senator Mark Kelly winning his legal fights against Pete Hegseth.
Hungary’s Orban says EU bigger threat than Russia before April elections
'Illiberal' PM, endorsed by ally Trump this week, to receive US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday.
Week in politics: Rubio's speech, DHS funding, Epstein hearing, Republicans block tariffs
Secretary of State Marco Rubio seeks to reassure European allies and a partial government shutdown hits the Department of Homeland Security.
One year of Health Secretary RFK Jr.
Presented by the Coalition to Strengthen America’s Healthcare{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story One year of Health Secretary RFK Jr. In the year since being confirmed b…
Healthcare group urges RFK Jr to resign after remarks on cocaine and toilet seats
President of Protect Our Care issues one-word statement to US health and human services secretary: ‘Resign’
One year of RKF Jr.: How his MAHA agenda has reshaped US public health
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s first year in office has upended decades of public health norms. He’s touted his overhauls as major wins for his “Make America Heal…
The 5 Wildest Anecdotes from the WSJ’s Report on Kristi Noem
A new report revealed new details of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s chaotic tenure, including a claim that she fired a pilot over a missing blanket.
Democrats are barreling the government toward another shutdown for political reasons: Karoline Leavitt
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addresses the potential government shutdown and ongoing immigration enforcement efforts on 'Fox & Friends.'
What has RFK Jr. done? 7 major moments from his first year as health secretary.
What has RFK Jr. done in his first year as health secretary? We took a look back at some major moments.
Trump’s repeal of landmark climate ruling ‘un-American’ and ‘Orwellian’, says John Kerry
Former secretary of state condemns to decision revoke ruling that underpins ability to limit climate-heating pollution
RFK Jr. Made Promises in Order To Become Health Secretary. He’s Broken Many of Them.
Before being confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told U.S. senators he would not cut funding for vaccine research or change the nation’s official vaccine recommendations. He did both.
RFK Jr. made promises to get his job as health secretary. He's broken many of them
In his confirmation hearings, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told U.S. senators that he would not cut funding for vaccine research or change the nation's official vaccine recommendations. He did both.
A Pilot Fired Over Kristi Noem’s Missing Blanket and the Constant Chaos Inside DHS
Secretary faces fire for confrontational immigration crackdown and self-promotional style; White House to wind down Minnesota operations.
RFK Jr. shakes up leadership team
The health secretary said Medicare Director Chris Klomp will now oversee all department operations.
Secretary Kennedy Enhances Management Team to Accelerate President Trump’s Priorities and MAHA Agenda
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced several enhancements to his management team at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to accelerate adoption of President Trump’s Great Healthcare Plan and the Make America Healthy Again agenda.
US energy secretary describes ‘tremendous’ cooperation with Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodriguez
Trump’s Health secretary admits he used to snort cocaine off toilet seats
The admission came during the Health Secretary's appearance on comedian Theo Von's podcast.
Leavitt unloads on Obama over voter ID push, accuses Dems of 'panic'
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt criticizes former President Barack Obama for opposing voter ID laws after House passes SAVE Act.
RFK Jr. promised to restore trust in US health agencies. One year later, it’s eroding
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reshaping U.S. health policy as HHS secretary, and doctors say his changes are eroding trust
RFK Jr. promised to restore trust in US health agencies. One year later, it’s eroding
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reshaping U.S. health policy as HHS secretary, and doctors say his changes are eroding trust.
RFK Jr. promised to restore trust in US health agencies. One year later, it’s eroding
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reshaping U.S. health policy as HHS secretary, and doctors say his changes are eroding trust.
Why MAHA wants the US to be more like Denmark
In remaking U.S. vaccine policy, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) allies have repeatedly called for the U.S. t…
Eyeing the midterms, Kennedy pivots toward food and away from vaccines
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who focused heavily on vaccine policy in 2025, will spend this year talking up healthy eating.
Mike Tyson, healthy eating advocate for Trump administration
Boxing legend Mike Tyson, who tasted both glory and prison in a roller-coaster life and career, spoke out Wednesday about his new role as a healthy-eating ambassador for the Trump administration."This is the biggest fight of my life," Tyson said Wednesday at an event with US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Tyson is a poster child for public rehabilitation from disgrace, as his boxing prowess was marred by a rape conviction and prison stint, as well as a fight in which he bit off part of h
WATCH LIVE: RFK Jr, Rollins share an update to health guidelines
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins speak on the implementation of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
NATCA Members Master the Business of Local Leadership in Secretary-Treasurer Training (STT)
Keeping a local running smoothly requires more than just passion — it requires a solid handle on the business side of the Union. Last month, NATCA members gathered at Harrah’s Las Vegas for the year’s first Secretary Treasurer […]
FDA declines to review Moderna's mRNA flu shot
Under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Food and Drug Administration has taken an aggressive stance against mRNA technology.
A moment of truth for Democrats ahead of this week's DHS shutdown deadline: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a preview of this year's big secretary of state races.
Wright blames New York politics for slowing gas project
The Energy secretary said the Constitution pipeline needs to get built, and he predicted that New York’s Democratic governor won’t stop it.
GOP lawmaker behind Congress’ Epstein push says Commerce Secretary Lutnick should resign over links
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie, a co-author of the law that compelled the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, called on Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to resign over his links to the late sex offender.
RFK Jr discusses MAHA movement, Mike Tyson's involvement to advocate for America's health
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins 'The Sunday Briefing' to detail the MAHA movement's fight against ultra-processed food, the launch of TrumpRx.gov and more.
Former Scottish health secretary Jeane Freeman dies aged 7X
The former SNP politician was a key figure in the Scottish government's response to the Covid pandemic.
Keto and Schizophrenia Researcher Says Kennedy Mischaracterized His Work
Dr. Christopher M. Palmer said in an interview that the keto diet, while promising, did not “cure” the mental disorder as the health secretary had claimed.
Mary Mayhew fears Washington push to simplify policy could starve Florida's hospitals
The former AHCA Secretary says site neutral payments and cuts to charity drug programs will hurt some already struggling hospitals.
Exclusive: Navy secretary John Phelan listed as passenger on Jeffrey Epstein’s private plane in 2006
Secretary of the Navy John Phelan is named on a flight manifest found among millions of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein that have been released in recent months, showing that he flew in 2006 from London to New York on Epstein’s private plane.
Secretary Kennedy Celebrates Tennessee's MAHA Wins, Headlines CattleCon on ‘Take Back Your Health’ Tour
HHS Secretary Kennedy, Jr. brought his nationwide Take Back Your Health tour to Nashville.
From The Sports Desk: On the eve of the opening ceremony
Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio watched the U.S. women's hockey team, and Team Finland had a norovirus outbreak.
Behavioral health IT pilots to focus on data exchange
The Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology announced the selection of nine pilots as part of the Behavioral Health Information Technology Initiative to help improve behavioral health data exchange across care settings.
U.S. Health Secretary Kennedy renews backing for vaccination “freedom of choice”
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stressed his support for parents choose which vaccinations their kids get.
RFK Jr. stops in Nashville, highlights Tennessee’s health policies
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stopped in Nashville Wednesday as a part of his “Take Back Your Health” tour to talk about changes made duri…
RFK Jr. kicks off national tour in Nashville, highlighting food safety, AI in healthcare
Tennessee officials welcomed U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Wednesday to kick off his Take Back America tour and highlight ef
US Health Secretary in Nashville to discuss healthy living with lawmakers
Sec. Kennedy’s visit is part of his ‘Take Back Your Health’ campaign.
Trump calls for Americans to ‘move on’ from Epstein files
President’s commerce secretary Howard Lutnick and on-off ally Elon Musk have both featured in the Epstein files
RFK Jr.: ‘Fragmented’ addiction treatment system ‘has not worked in this country’
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday touted a new $100 million effort to fight opioid addiction highlighting the country’s “fragmented” system for…
Maryland Companies Celebrate Global Collaborations, Industry Honors and Local Partnerships
The Maryland Marketing Partnership, which helps drive Maryland's branding and marketing efforts to attract businesses, create jobs, and grow the state's economy, today shared a summary of the latest news from companies and organizations that invest in the partnership. "Maryland's marketing partners are starting the year with major investments in our state's workforce and economy," said Harry Coker Jr., Secretary for the Maryland Department of Commerce. "From clean energy to biopharma to higher education to commercial real estate, these investments are helping us build a stronger and more competitive Maryland economy." BGE , Maryland's largest natural gas and electric utility, along with the Exelon Foundation , announced a $250,000 grant for Civic Works' Baltimore Shines solar initiative to support solar installations for 30 homes in Baltimore. According to Civic Works, homeowners will receive free rooftop solar installations, adding clean energy to the grid and generating more than
WATCH: RFK Jr. and others launch new addiction and homelessness initiative
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday announced that his department will devote $100 million toward a pilot program addressing homelessness and substance abuse in eight cities, building on an executive order President Donald Trump signed last week related to addiction.
State Health Secretary: Measles outbreak serves as reminder about how contagious virus is
Washington state is seeing its first measles outbreak in years.And state health leaders say it's an important reminder about just how contagious the virus can
HHS Secy Kennedy Jr., Dr. Oz & Admin Officals Discuss Behavioral Health
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, and others announce "Action for Progress," an initiative addressing mental health and addiction.
Watch live: Top health officials launch initiative addressing mental health, addiction
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz and other officials on Monday will announce an initiative addressing me…
DOE scientists blasted climate report ordered up by boss
Secretary Chris Wright handpicked five climate contrarians to write about global warming. Department experts pushed back on the findings.
Newsom leads resistance to RFK Jr.’s public health upheaval
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is making California the frontline in the resistance to the Trump administration’s revamped healthcare policies under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr, in what…
HHS Secy. Kennedy, Dr. Oz & Others Announce New Mental Health Initiative
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, and others announce "Action for Progress," an initiative addressing mental health and addiction.
RFK Jr. is now a wellness guru for Republicans in Washington
Conservatives in the capital are taking up the health secretary’s advice, eating their vegetables and eschewing pharmaceuticals.
District 1199J of the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees Endorses Tahesha Way for Congress
Date: February 1, 2026 District 1199J of the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees Endorses Tahesha Way for Congress WAYNE, NJ – Less than one week before election day, District 1199J of the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees (NUHHCE) today endorsed Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State Tahesha Way in[...]
Trump says federal government won’t step into protests in Democratic-led cities ‘until they ask us for help’
President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has instructed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem not to intervene in protests or unrest in Democratic-led cities unless local officials formally request assistance, amid criticism over heavy-handed immigration enforcement tactics used by the feds.
Trump says federal government won’t step into Democratic-led city protests ‘until they ask us for help’
President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has instructed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem not to intervene in protests or unrest in Democratic-led cities unless local officials formally request assistance, while vowing an aggressive federal response to protect government property.
People leaving Massachusetts pose new challenge for Healey, Paley, and the state
Like a true venture capitalist, state economic development secretary Eric Paley sees opportunity in the latest Census data. Even though it looks kind of gloomy.
At Washington Mardi Gras, Gov. Jeff Landry and Howard Lutnick see bright future for Louisiana
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the pieces are in place for Louisiana to become the next generation’s economic powerhouse.
Kristi Noem treated FEMA as an adversary. Then came a massive winter storm
When Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem strode into the Federal Emergency Management Agency headquarters last week, ahead of a monster winter storm set to wallop much of the country, she caught staffers buzzing around the agency’s response center off guard.
Ohio political blog 'The Rooster' banned from X after criticizing DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
The blog's author, D.J. Byrnes of Columbus, wrote that Noem "will have to die in prison. No other way around it." The social media platform banned Byrnes for violent speech and abuse.
Susan Collins Claims ICE Is Ending Maine Surge
The Maine senator said she discussed the matter with Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem.
War Department Boards Merge to Form New Science, Technology and Innova
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth approved a major overhaul of the War Department's legacy advisory boards, directing the merger of the Defense Innovation Board and the Defense Science Board into the new
Internal review contradicts Trump administration on Alex Pretti shooting : The NPR Politics Podcast
An initial internal review into federal immigration officers’ fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis last weekend contradicts the description of the incident by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. We discuss President Trump’s shifting messages on immigration policy and how his administration’s efforts to restrict legal immigration pathways are changing the political environment. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and Lexie Schapitl, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Hearing on Veterans Affairs Health Care System
The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee will hear testimony from Secretary Doug Collins on proposed changes to the department's health care system.
Marco Rubio admits Trump confused Iceland with Greenland
Secretary of State Marco Rubio admitted during a Senate hearing on Jan. 28 that his boss confused Iceland with Greenland during a speech last week.
WATCH: Coons, Rubio disagree on whether Congress should’ve been consulted before Maduro ouster
Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., said the Trump administration failed to properly consult with Congress in the months leading up to the dramatic U.S. military raid that ousted President Nicolás Maduro. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said it was "a trigger-based operation."
Maduro was an 'impediment to progress' and refused deal, Rubio says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio made the comments at a Jan. 28 Senate hearing on Venezuela.
Radiologists urge HHS secretary to overhaul US Preventive Services Task Force
Over 45 physicians, scientists and public health leaders believe a “fundamental shift” is needed to address how USPSTF develops and implements recommendations.
Corey Lewandowski, a Familiar Trumpworld Figure, Is at the Center of the ICE Uproar
Now a top aide to Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, Mr. Lewandowski has a long history of controversy in President Trump’s orbit, but he has always found a way back from exile.
Trump held 2-hour meeting with Noem as his administration grapples with Minneapolis strategy
President Donald Trump met for nearly two hours with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and her senior adviser, Corey Lewandowski, in the Oval Office on Monday evening, two sources familiar with the meeting told CNN, after Noem had asked to speak with Trump in person.
Food policy vs. vaccine politics at the polls
Republicans are betting on an electoral boost from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again movement — especially around his healthy-food agenda.