The Hill is reporting that RFK Jr. may be getting support from a few Democrats in his plight to become the Secretary of HHS.
They are reporting that both Bernie Sanders and John Fetterman are considering whether to vote for RFK Jr.
A pro-Kennedy source also suggests that Cory Booker is open to voting for him as well.
Here’s the report:
A handful of Senate Democrats are said to be leaving the door open to voting for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to become the next Health and Human Services secretary.
As preparations for confirmation hearings begin to take shape, multiple sources say Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and John Fetterman (D-Pa.), in particular, are at least considering voting for Kennedy, noting shared critiques on heavy corporate influence over food and a desire to promote a less chemical-laden country.
Their perceived openness comes despite a fervent backlash against Kennedy’s nomination from many within the Democratic Party, where his controversial stances on vaccinations still could be a deciding factor for many who see his views as dangerous for public health.
Still, some believe a number of Democrats are signaling they want to give President-elect Trump’s ally and ex-presidential rival a chance to make his case.
“I think Bernie will give him a fair review,” said one source close to the senator’s office.
“Fetterman has impressed me with his willingness to meet with Trump’s nominees without the normal partisan spin and insults attached to the process,” a pro-Kennedy source said. “To me, he’s signaling to MAGA that he’s open to working together on areas that can benefit the people and help everyday people.”
“Fetterman,” the source added, is “definitely a swing vote for all of Trump’s nominees.”
The source also suggested Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.), who maintains a healthy lifestyle as a vegan, could be another Democrat to watch. “Booker sounds open to working with Bobby,” the source said, noting they “overlap on many health issues.”
It would certainly help his nomination if RFK Jr. could get a few Democrat votes because I’m sure there are some RINOs that may vote against him.
