RFK Jr torches CNN anchor Dana Bash for 'press malpractice' over COVID coverage in explosive clash
Kennedy Jr. told Dana Bash she was "part of the problem" and accused CNN of frightening viewers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bash pushed back and defended the network’s coverage of federal health guidance. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.
- ▪Kennedy Jr. told Dana Bash she was "part of the problem" and accused CNN of frightening viewers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- ▪Bash pushed back and defended the network’s coverage of federal health guidance.
- ▪Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.
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Media RFK Jr torches CNN anchor Dana Bash for 'press malpractice' over COVID coverage in explosive clash Kennedy told Bash she was 'scaring people' and accused her of punishing people who distrusted Fauci during the pandemic By CJ Womack Fox News Published August 2, 2026 12:13pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video RFK Jr accuses Dana Bash of COVID 'press malpractice' in fiery exchange HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told Dana Bash she was "part of the problem" and accused CNN of frightening viewers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bash pushed back and defended the network’s coverage of federal health guidance. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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