Kennedy Family Split Over Trump Backing

In a striking political shift, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced his endorsement of former President Donald Trump, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from five of his siblings. They labeled the endorsement a "betrayal" of their father’s values, expressing disappointment just minutes after RFK Jr. made his announcement. The siblings, including former Maryland Lt. Gov. Kerry Kennedy, emphasized their support for Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, lamenting the decision as a "sad ending to a sad story." RFK Jr., who suspended his independent presidential campaign, cited a departure from the Democratic Party's core values as a reason for his support of Trump. He criticized the current Democratic Party for straying from its historical commitment to civil rights and labor, claiming it has become aligned with corporate interests. During a rally with Trump, he expressed his belief that the former president's policies on health and foreign affairs align more closely with his own views. Trump welcomed Kennedy's endorsement, framing it as a unifying moment for disaffected voters across the political spectrum. He praised RFK Jr. for embodying the values of his father and uncle, promising to investigate presidential assassinations, including the JFK case. Despite their differences, Kennedy acknowledged that he and Trump share common ground on key issues, including censorship and foreign policy. As the political landscape shifts, the Kennedy family's public disapproval highlights the deep divisions within the family and the broader implications of RFK Jr.'s endorsement for the upcoming election.