RFK Jr reveals Cheryl Hines' sacrifice if he is confirmed as head of Dept of Health and Human Services
WASHINGTON, DC: As the Senate Finance Committee prepares to meet on January 29 to confirm Robert F Kennedy Jr for the lead role at the Department of Health and Human Services, the nominee has revealed a significant promise from his wife, Cheryl Hines.
Hines has pledged to make a personal sacrifice if he is confirmed, involving her beauty line, Hines+Young.
Founded in 2023 with her daughter, Cat Young, Hines+Young offers self-care products made with natural ingredients and packaged in recyclable glass and aluminum. The line includes sustainable soaps, candles, and creams, reflecting the brand's commitment to eco-friendly practices.
What did Robert F Kennedy Jr say of Cheryl Hines' sacrifice?
According to the financial disclosure Section 11, Robert F Kennedy Jr revealed that Cheryl Hines will halt sales of her beauty line if he is confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. This disclosure was made in a financial report released on Wednesday, January 22.
The HHS nominee stated, "My Spouse has agreed that Hines & Young, LLC, will stop sales of the company’s cosmetic inventory no later than 90 days from the date of my appointment."
The financial disclosure continued, "I will not participate personally and substantially in any particular matter that to my knowledge has a direct and predictable effect on the financial interests of Hines & Young, LLC."
A month after Cheryl, who has been married to RFK Jr since 2014, posted a video featuring Kennedy in the background as part of a promotional effort for her beauty products, the couple made headlines.
The video, showing Kennedy in the shower, went viral across platforms and was timed to promote sales ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Following the video, Cheryl shared an image of Hines+Young products, including a candle branded with the word "MAHA", referencing Kennedy’s “Make America Healthy Again” movement, as per DailyBeast.
RFK Jr discloses details about his financial connections
In his financial disclosure, RFK Jr revealed several financial interests, including referral fees from law firms and consulting arrangements, such as with the law firm WisnerBaum.
He stated, "I am entitled to receive 10% of fees awarded in contingency fee cases referred to the firm. I am not trying these cases, I am not an attorney of record for the cases, and I will not provide representational services in connection with the cases during my appointment to the position of Secretary."
He also disclosed that he would receive compensation tied to the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP).
The disclosure continued, "Prior to assuming the duties of my position, I will receive complete and final payment for all amounts owed to me from WisnerBaum for all concluded cases that involve claims against the United States, including any claims filed under the VICP."
It added, "I also will not participate personally and substantially in any particular matter involving specific parties in which I know WisnerBaum is a party or represents a party, unless I am first authorized to participate."
Notably, if appointed as head of the Department of Health and Human Services, RFK Jr would oversee key agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the National Institutes of Health.
