Caroline Kennedy Condemns RFK Jr. as ‘Predator’ Ahead of Senate Confirmation Hearing
In a powerful and unfiltered letter, Caroline Kennedy has urged U.S. senators to reconsider Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for Secretary of Health & Human Services. She described her cousin as a “predator” and questioned his suitability for such a critical role, citing past behaviors and controversial stances on public health.
A Family Divided: Caroline Kennedy Speaks Out
Caroline Kennedy, the last surviving child of President John F. Kennedy and a former U.S. ambassador, expressed her concerns in a letter sent to lawmakers just before RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing. She emphasized that this role carries “an enormous responsibility”—one she believes her cousin is “unqualified to fill.”
“I have known Bobby my whole life; we grew up together. It’s no surprise that he keeps birds of prey as pets because he himself is a predator,” Caroline wrote, highlighting her deep apprehensions about his character.
Allegations of Hypocrisy and Manipulation
Caroline Kennedy accused RFK Jr. of exploiting public fears for personal gain, particularly regarding his anti-vaccine activism. She stated that while he publicly discourages vaccination, he ensured his own children were vaccinated—a contradiction she labeled as deceptive.
Additionally, she alleged that RFK Jr. has manipulated vulnerable individuals, including members of their own family. She claimed he played a role in leading relatives “down the path of drug addiction,” painting a disturbing picture of his past behaviors.
Shocking Revelations of Animal Cruelty
One of the most unsettling claims in Caroline’s letter describes RFK Jr.’s alleged mistreatment of animals. She recounted witnessing his fascination with showing off disturbing acts, such as feeding live animals to his hawks in a gruesome manner. “His basement, his garage, and his dorm room were the centers of the action where drugs were available, and he enjoyed showing off how he put baby chickens and mice in the blender to feed his hawks,” she revealed.
Internal Family Disputes Over Public Health
RFK Jr.’s controversial stance on vaccines has long been a point of contention within the Kennedy family. His niece, Dr. Kerry Kennedy-Meltzer, a primary care physician, exposed private email exchanges from 2020-2022, revealing his unsubstantiated claims about COVID-19 vaccines. In one instance, she detailed working in an ICU filled with unvaccinated patients dying from the virus, only for RFK Jr. to dismiss her concerns, citing questionable data.
Political Ramifications and Opposition
RFK Jr.’s nomination remains contentious, even within his own party. Despite being one of former President Trump’s most debated cabinet picks, some Republican senators have expressed hesitation in supporting his confirmation. Given the current Senate composition, he can afford to lose only three Republican votes before his nomination is blocked.
A Legacy at Stake
Caroline Kennedy concluded her letter by asserting that both her father, John F. Kennedy, and her uncle, Robert F. Kennedy, would be “disgusted” by RFK Jr.’s actions and ideologies. She admitted she had previously refrained from speaking publicly against her cousin but felt an “obligation” to do so given the high stakes of his potential appointment.
As the Senate confirmation hearing looms, RFK Jr. remains silent on the accusations. However, with opposition mounting from both family members and political figures, his path to confirmation appears increasingly uncertain.
