Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial environmental lawyer turned public health critic, cleared his first hurdle on Tuesday to become the nation's top health official when the Senate finance committee voted to advance his nomination for a floor vote. Republicans voted together to advance his nomination, while Democrats all opposed. His nomination now will face a full Senate vote, despite concerns about the work he's done to sow doubts around vaccine safety and his potential to profit off lawsuits over drugmakers. MORE: https://www.wthr.com/article/news/nation-world/rfk-jr-key-vote/507-7f81c61d-44e2-4b2b-9ace-79fdf6671549