Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces allegations of having romantic relationships with several women connected to an anti-vaccine organization he chairs.
The Daily Mail reported that at least three women have come forward claiming romantic relationships with Kennedy in the past year. These women are reportedly associated with Children's Health Defense, an anti-vaccine group led by Kennedy.
The accusations surface amid ongoing controversy surrounding Kennedy's alleged "emotional and digital affair" with New York Magazine reporter Olivia Nuzzi, who is nearly 40 years his junior. The new claims have emerged as text messages from the women were disclosed after they learned about Kennedy's relationship with Nuzzi.
Sources close to Kennedy's wife, actress Cheryl Hines, suggest she may be preparing to file for divorce in light of the recent revelations. An insider told DailyMail.com that Hines, 59, was "blindsided" by the scandal, having believed her husband's philandering was in the past. The source stated:
She adored being a member of America's royal family, and having the famous Kennedy name attached to hers, but now she's thoroughly embarrassed and furious about his adulterous actions and they believe she wants out.
The confidante added that while Hines was aware of Kennedy's history of womanizing, she had thought his behavior had changed, especially given his recent political aspirations.
Kennedy's camp has issued a strong denial of the allegations through a spokesperson. The accusations come at a critical time for Kennedy, who recently dropped out of the presidential race and has been seeking a role in a potential future Trump administration.
Those within Kennedy's circle reportedly fear these allegations could jeopardize his recent alliance with Donald Trump. The timing of the scandal raises questions about how it might affect Kennedy's political future and his standing within conservative circles.
Kennedy has been on leave from his position at Children's Health Defense since embarking on his failed presidential run. The organization gained significant popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic and became a prominent voice in the anti-vaccine movement.
Adding another layer to the controversy, Olivia Nuzzi, the reporter at the center of Kennedy's alleged emotional affair, is currently engaged in a legal battle with her ex-fiancé, Ryan Lizza.
Nuzzi has filed a court document in Washington DC's Supreme Court, accusing Lizza of threatening to release personal information to damage her reputation. A no-contact order was issued against Lizza at a recent court hearing.
Lizza, who serves as the chief Washington correspondent for Politico, has denied the allegations, stating:
I am saddened that my ex-fiancée would resort to making a series of false accusations against me as a way to divert attention from her own personal and professional failings.
The case is set to return to court on October 15, further complicating the already intricate web of relationships and allegations surrounding Kennedy.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is dealing with serious accusations involving multiple affairs with women tied to his anti-vaccine organization. These claims have reportedly put a strain on his marriage and could affect his political future. While Kennedy denies the allegations, the situation is still unfolding, with ongoing legal battles and personal conflicts complicating the situation. As the story continues, it’s uncertain how Kennedy will handle these challenges or what effect they’ll have on his reputation and future plans.
