Wyden Statement on Trump HHS Secretary Nomination Announcement

Wyden Statement on Trump HHS Secretary Nomination Announcement

Washington, D.C. - Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden, D-Ore., today issued a statement after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was announced as Donald Trump's pick to be nominated for Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) secretary.

"Trump's health agenda isn't a secret: worse health care at a higher cost for American families," Wyden said. "Trump and Republicans in Congress have a proven track record of empowering insurance companies and Big Pharma while leaving everyday Americans to foot the bill. That means higher premiums, weakened protections for pre-existing conditions, criminalizing reproductive health care, and attacks on essential health coverage like Medicaid.

"Mr. Kennedy's outlandish views on basic scientific facts are disturbing and should worry all parents who expect schools and other public spaces to be safe for their children. When Mr. Kennedy comes before the Finance Committee, it's going to be very clear what Americans stand to lose under Trump and Republicans in Congress."

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