10 Shocking Facts You Didn’t Know About Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Is an American Politician, Environmental Lawyer, and Anti-Vaccine Activist.

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He Founded Children's Health Defense, an Anti-Vaccine Advocacy Group.

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Kennedy Ran as an Independent Candidate in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election.

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He Is the Son of Robert F. Kennedy and the Nephew of John F. Kennedy and Ted Kennedy.

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Kennedy Began His Career as an Assistant District Attorney in New York City.

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He Has a History of Promoting Vaccine Misinformation and Public-Health Conspiracy Theories.

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He Founded the Waterkeeper Alliance in 1999, Serving as President Until 2020.

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Kennedy Struggled With Drug Abuse During His Youth, Leading to Legal Troubles and School Expulsions.

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