The Senate is set to hold a final vote on the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to serve as the Secretary of Health and Human Services under the Trump administration. Kennedy's nomination has been met with both support and opposition from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.

The vote comes after weeks of debate and hearings on Kennedy's qualifications for the position. Supporters point to his experience as an environmental attorney and his advocacy for health issues as strong reasons for his confirmation. However, critics have raised concerns about his controversial views on vaccines and public health.

If confirmed, Kennedy would be responsible for overseeing a wide range of health and social services programs, including Medicare, Medicaid, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. His leadership could have a significant impact on the nation's response to public health crises such as the ongoing opioid epidemic and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Stay tuned for updates as the Senate prepares to cast their votes on Kennedy's confirmation as the next Health and Human Services Secretary.