Why did Mitch McConnell vote against RFK Jr.'s nomination?

McConnell's vote against RFK Jr. was personal due to his childhood experience with polio, contrasting with RFK Jr.'s controversial vaccine positions. The president responded by calling McConnell a 'bitter guy,' highlighting the tension in their relationship. Unlike other Republicans who might fear political repercussions for opposing the president, McConnell has nothing to lose at this point in his career. Having served a long and distinguished tenure in the Senate, McConnell can vote his conscience without worrying about political implications, while other Republicans may be intimidated into supporting the administration's nominees.