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Will RFK Jr help or harm Trump’s campaign?

May 12, 2024
Robert F Kennedy Jr, nephew of JFK, is running as an independent with extreme views. He could impact votes for Biden and Trump. Eliza Collins from Wall Street Journal discusses his campaign, controversial beliefs, and potential disruption in the election race.
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  • RFK Jr's candidacy may split votes, impacting both major parties.
  • RFK Jr's controversial views on vaccines and border control pose challenges.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Campaign as an Independent Candidate

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a nephew of former President John F. Kennedy, is running as an independent candidate in the US presidential election. Leveraging his family's name recognition, he initially entered the Democratic primary but later switched to an independent bid. Despite his alignment with some traditional Democratic values like support for social issues, he also holds views outside the mainstream, questioning vaccines and advocating for aggressive border control.

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