HHS Staff Cite Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Rhetoric in Open Letter Following Deadly Shooting Incident

Staff members of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have issued an open letter to the agency’s Secretary, alleging that public statements made by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. contribute to a climate of hostility and violence against them. The letter follows a deadly shooting incident earlier this month, which has heightened concerns about the safety of HHS employees.

In the letter, staff members expressed their fears regarding what they described as inflammatory rhetoric from Kennedy, who has been a vocal critic of vaccine policies and other public health measures. They stated that such rhetoric fosters an environment where threats and acts of violence against public health workers are more likely to occur. The employees urged the Secretary to take action in addressing these concerns and ensuring their safety while performing their duties. The publication of the letter comes amid ongoing tensions surrounding public health initiatives and debates over vaccine mandates in the United States.

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Date: August 21, 2025

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Mark Chiang