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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: “It's an extremely significant concern.”

Featuring: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Independent | United States Secretary of Health and Human Services | National

Baldwin Grills RFK Jr. Over Hiding HHS Spending: 'Explain It To The American People'

Published August 18, 2026 | Video Starts at 02:34

Now, Secretary Kennedy, I want to start with what I hope is an easy question for you. Do you think lead poisoning in children is a significant concern? Is lead poisoning in children a significant concern? It's an extremely significant concern. Thank you. Then I would like to know why your department has effectively shut down the very program to address lead poisoning in children. (02:34–02:37)

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