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RFK Jr. Confronts Congressman Palone on Vaccine Regulation and Pharma Ties

The Rubin ReportJune 25, 20254 min171,118 views
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Congressional Hearing on Vaccine Regulation

  • 🎯 Representative Frank Pallone questioned Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) regarding decisions made about vaccines and the lack of public comment or accountability.
  • ❓ Pallone accused RFK Jr. of being afraid of public comments on proposals, suggesting they would reflect fringe views contrary to most scientists.

RFK Jr.'s Defense and Accusations

  • 🗣️ RFK Jr. countered that there is a public process through the ASEP committee, which involves public meetings.
  • 💡 He stated that he had previously fired individuals with conflicts of interest with the pharmaceutical industry.
  • 💰 RFK Jr. then directly addressed Congressman Pallone, reminding him that 15 years prior, Pallone was a champion for vaccine injury victims.
  • 💸 He alleged that Pallone has since accepted $2 million from pharmaceutical companies, more than any other member of the committee, and suggested this influenced his current stance.

Dave Rubin's Commentary

  • 📺 Dave Rubin highlighted the exchange, framing it as an example of how the "deep state" or "machine" operates.
  • 🎭 Rubin sarcastically recalled the COVID-19 pandemic, questioning the transparency and public input during that period regarding mandates and vaccines.
  • 🚀 He suggested that the "gravy train" for those with pharmaceutical ties might be coming to an end.
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