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Cassidy also cited “serious commitments” from the administration and hinted that his support hinged on common ground over certain policy areas. “With the serious commitments I’ve received from the administration and the opportunity to make progress on the issues we agree on like healthy foods and a pro-American agenda, I will vote yes,” Cassidy explained.
His statement left many conservatives questioning whether Cassidy caved to political pressure or received behind-the-scenes assurances in exchange for his vote. Was there a veiled primary threat lurking in the background if he voted against RFK Jr.? The senator’s vague references to “intense conversations” have only fueled speculation.
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With the committee’s approval secured, RFK Jr.’s nomination now heads to the full Senate, where he appears to have just enough support to secure confirmation. However, a few key senators could still tip the scales. The spotlight now falls on notorious swing votes like Senator Susan Collins (R-ME), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), and former GOP Senate Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), all of whom have been labeled by conservative critics as “RINOs” for their history of siding with Democrats on key issues.
If RFK Jr. is confirmed, it would mark a dramatic shake-up at HHS. Kennedy, a fierce critic of vaccine mandates and the pharmaceutical industry, has built his reputation on challenging the establishment. His leadership at HHS could bring sweeping changes to federal health policy, particularly when it comes to issues like personal medical freedom, pandemic response, and the influence of Big Pharma in Washington.
Meanwhile, another high-profile nominee is also moving closer to confirmation. This afternoon, the Senate Intelligence Committee will vote on former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination to serve as Director of National Intelligence (DNI).
Gabbard, known for her independent streak and outspoken criticism of both parties, scored a significant victory yesterday when Senator Susan Collins announced her intention to support the nomination. With Collins’ backing, Gabbard is now widely expected to secure the votes needed to clear the Intelligence Committee, setting up another contentious floor vote in the coming days.
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RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard are both unconventional picks for top government posts, and their potential confirmations signal a possible break from the status quo in Washington. Kennedy’s commitment to challenging entrenched health bureaucracies and Gabbard’s fierce critiques of foreign interventionism have made them popular among populist conservatives and independents alike.
But whether they can survive the full Senate votes—and whether establishment Republicans will once again undermine conservative priorities—remains to be seen. One thing is certain: the political drama is far from over.
Stay tuned as this story develops.
