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Meeting includes statements for and against Kennedy, known for vaccine skepticism.

Health care organizations react to president’s declaration on imported medicines and medical equipment.

A slideshow with statements of support.

Legislation could counter total 6.43% budget cut, but time is ticking away, doctors say.

Sen. Cassidy, a physician and HELP Committee chairman, was "struggling" with RFK Jr.’s nomination at the conclusion of Thursday’s confirmation hearing.

The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee pressed Kennedy on past comments regarding vaccine safety, Medicare knowledge and drug pricing as confirmation vote looms.

Administration, advocates could find common ground with opportunities to improve health care for physicians and patients.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nominee for HHS secretary, clashed with senators over his views on vaccines, abortion access and health care finances in his first confirmation hearing.

President’s priorities are not changing, and there was to be no pause to Medicaid and some other spending programs, White House says.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to face senate confirmation hearing to become secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

White House says assistance going directly to people won’t be affected by temporary pause.

Survey identifies stark partisan divide in attitudes over vaccine mandates

Biden administration was criticized for not following through on flavored cigarette rule.

Anders Gilberg, senior vice president for government affairs with MGMA, joins us to discuss the second Trump administration and MGMA's policy wishlist.

AP-NORC survey measures approval ratings.

News outlets report opposition to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over vaccines, reproductive issues and more.

AP, Washington Post say order came down during President Donald Trump’s first full day in office.

Order goes far beyond removing DEI from the government, but is reaching into the private sector, as well

Executive orders issued on first day of presidency impact various health initiatives

American Telemedicine Association publishes policy priorities for new president.

Democrats claim credit, vow to fight against repeal; patient advocacy group offers critique.

After running on a platform of bringing economic relief, President Trump must strengthen, not dismantle, existing programs.

President-elect Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20. MGMA says this is what he and Congress should focus on for health care.

Choice is up to Congress, but plan presents a raise for 2026, with additional money for primary care.

Rep. Greg Murphy, MD (R-North Carolina), discusses reforms he hopes Congress will consider this year.