September 29, 2025

Michigan Congresswoman Proposes Impeachment of HHS Secretary

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Representative Haley Stevens of Michigan has announced plans to introduce articles of impeachment against HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Citing significant health care chaos and rising costs, Stevens points to cuts in cancer research and reduced efforts against addiction as key issues. She accuses Kennedy of undermining public health, restricting vaccine access, and failing to uphold commitments made during his confirmation. The impeachment push comes amidst growing discontent among Democrats regarding Kennedy’s leadership, although it faces challenges due to a GOP-controlled House.

Washington, D.C. – Representative Haley Stevens, a Democrat from Michigan, has announced plans to introduce articles of impeachment against Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The congresswoman cites what she describes as “health care chaos” and escalating health care costs during Kennedy’s tenure as the primary reasons behind the impeachment effort.

Stevens pointed to several specific issues that are central to her claims, including substantial cuts to cancer research funding, reductions in research concerning sudden infant death syndrome, and a lack of robust efforts to combat addiction. These actions, according to Stevens, not only threaten public health but also undermine essential scientific research.

Among the accusations, Stevens highlights that Kennedy has restricted vaccine access and propagated what she terms “absurd conspiracies.” She believes these actions contribute to a less safe environment and diminished health care affordability for the residents of Michigan.

In her official statement, Stevens expressed a strong need for leaders who prioritize scientific evidence and factual information over what she refers to as chaos and conspiracies. She emphasized the dangers associated with Kennedy’s apparent disregard for established scientific research and expert opinions, noting that such behavior could result in dangerous outcomes for public health.

Stevens also accused Kennedy of lying during his confirmation hearings regarding commitments he made, particularly concerning the operation of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and an independent vaccine panel. She asserts that he has failed to meet his statutory obligations to organizations like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and CDC, accusing him of politicizing the FDA’s functions.

Moreover, Kennedy stands criticized for discontinuing opportunities for public comment on HHS rulemaking, limiting community engagement and transparency under his administration. This impeachment proposal arises amidst heightened scrutiny following Kennedy’s recent firing of CDC Director Susan Monarez, which has added fuel to ongoing dissent against his leadership.

Stevens has vocalized her calls for Kennedy’s resignation in the past, mainly focusing on the severe cuts to medical research in areas like pediatric cancer and vaccine initiatives. Several other Democrats have also joined Stevens in urging for Kennedy’s resignation, marking a growing movement within the party discontented with his policies.

While Stevens’s push for impeachment is significant, it may encounter considerable difficulties due to the GOP-controlled House of Representatives. Congressional impeachment processes require a majority for initiation, making it challenging for a Democratic-led initiative to gain traction in the current political climate.

As the congressional session continues, attention will be focused on how Stevens’s articles of impeachment will unfold and whether they represent a growing sentiment among Democrats regarding the current HHS leadership under Kennedy.

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