How did RFK Jr. overcome skepticism about his vaccine views to secure confirmation as Secretary of Health and Human Services?

Despite facing intense scrutiny during two days of tense confirmation hearings, particularly regarding his controversial positions on vaccines and autism, RFK Jr. ultimately secured bipartisan support. Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, a physician serving on both the Finance and Health Committees, was notably persuaded after pointed exchanges and private conversations with Kennedy and the vice president. While Cassidy directly challenged Kennedy to simply state 'vaccines are safe,' these discussions eventually led to resolution on Kennedy's views, enabling him and other senators to vote in favor of his confirmation.