Reporter exposed for allegedly pre-writing negative headline about RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing

A reporter sparked outrage after allegedly pre-writing a negative headline ahead of RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing.

Controversy erupted at Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday after it was revealed that a reporter had allegedly pre-written a negative headline about the event before it even began. 

The headline, “RFK Jr. faces grilling on ‘anti-vaccine’ comments and animal ‘mutilation’ at confirmation hearing,” was exposed by author Calley Means, who filmed the female reporter. The news outlet she represented remains unknown, but the incident has sparked widespread outrage.

Kennedy, 71, son of the late Robert F. Kennedy and nephew of former President John F. Kennedy, appeared before the Senate committee to answer questions regarding his nomination as President Donald Trump's health secretary. The confirmation hearing was expected to be contentious, given his controversial views on vaccines and public health.

🚨CAUGHT RED HANDED: The Corrupt Corporate Media is pre-writing negative headlines ahead of RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing.

You can’t hate them enough.

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— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) January 29, 2025

During the hearing, Kennedy faced intense scrutiny from Democratic senators, particularly Senator Ron Wyden, who accused him of spreading conspiracy theories about vaccines and discouraging vaccination. “Mr. Kennedy has embraced conspiracy theories, quacks, and charlatans,” Wyden said, referring to Kennedy’s stance on vaccine safety.

Kennedy responded by asserting, “News reports have claimed that I am anti-vaccine and anti-industry — I am neither. I am pro-safety.” He defended his position, stating that his focus is on vaccine safety, not opposition to vaccines themselves. Although Kennedy has tried to soften his vaccine skepticism in recent months, he has spent decades challenging vaccine safety, especially regarding Covid-19 vaccines, which he referred to as “the deadliest ever made.”

The former Democrat, who is also a well-known environmental lawyer, has been vocal about other public health issues, including his advocacy for raw milk consumption and his criticism of fluoride in drinking water. His “Make America Healthy Again” agenda, which mirrors Trump’s “Make America Great Again” slogan, emphasizes combating chronic disease through healthier eating and sustainable farming practices.

Kennedy's nomination has faced significant opposition from some public health groups, including the American Public Health Association (APHA), which has promised to actively oppose his confirmation. However, his campaign to combat unhealthy eating and chronic disease has earned him support from others.

As the confirmation hearing unfolded, the pre-written negative headline added fuel to the controversy, raising concerns about media bias and the integrity of journalism in covering such high-profile events.