The Vaccine Skeptic's Shadow Over Bill Cassidy's Senate Career Senator Bill Cassidy is facing a daunting reality in Louisiana's Republican primary election: his past may be his biggest obstacle to victory.
While Cassidy has built a reputation as a pro vaccine doctor and health policy wonk, his decision to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , a vocal vaccine skeptic, as Health Secretary continues to haunt him.
Cassidy's vote was not just about vaccines; it was also about currying favor with the new administration at the expense of his own values.