RFK Jr. Battles Sexual Assault Allegations and Dog-Eating Misinformation Amid Controversial Campaign
July 3, 2024Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced allegations of sexual assault from a former family babysitter, as reported by Vanity Fair.
RFK Jr acknowledged his troubled past, including struggles with addiction and anti-vaccine claims, but did not directly deny the accusations.
Kennedy also addressed claims of eating a dog, clarifying that a controversial photo actually showed him with a goat in Patagonia, not a dog in Korea, as Vanity Fair suggested.
Kennedy accused Vanity Fair of spreading misinformation and attempting to destroy him.
Despite polling at 9%, RFK Jr's independent candidacy could impact the election as a potential 'spoiler' candidate.
Social media has found humor in his response to the allegations, with a viral chyron reading 'RFK JR: I WOULDN'T EAT A HUMAN.'
Kennedy remains focused on economic issues and national concerns, with potential challenges including Biden's debate performance and third-party support.
Summary based on 24 sources
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Sources
The Guardian • Jul 2, 2024
Robert F Kennedy Jr brushes off sexual assault allegation: ‘I am who I am’BBC News • Jul 3, 2024
RFK Jr pushes back on Vanity Fair, sexual assault allegationYahoo News • Jul 2, 2024
Robert F Kennedy Jr brushes off sexual assault allegation: ‘I am who I am’