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The Kennedy Trying to Keep Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Close

While many other members of the dynastic political family scorn their black sheep cousin, Patrick Kennedy is courting the health secretary to accomplish his mental health goals.

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent rhetoric on antidepressant drugs has raised concern among leading medical associations. Aaron Schwartz/Sipa USA via AP

By Paige Winfield Cunningham

June 22, 2026 05:01 a.m.

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