Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addressed the backlash from his family, including his wife Cheryl Hines, following his endorsement of former President Donald Trump. During an interview on “Fox News Sunday,” Kennedy discussed the familial discord, noting that while his family is deeply embedded in Democratic politics, with some even working in the Biden administration, they have expressed discomfort with his political choices.
“You know, my family is at the center of the Democratic Party. I have members of my family that are working for the Biden administration. Biden has a bust of my father behind him at the Oval Office, and he’s been a family friend for many years,” Kennedy said.
Kennedy emphasized the importance of family debate and love despite disagreements, saying, “I think we all need to be able to disagree with each other and still love each other.” He acknowledged that his wife, actress Cheryl Hines, was “very uncomfortable” with his decision to endorse Trump, a sentiment she had previously shared on social media.
I am so grateful to my amazing wife Cheryl for her unconditional love, as I made a political decision with which she is very uncomfortable. I wish this also for the country — love and unity even in the face of disagreement. We will need that in coming times. https://t.co/sar4Jka46K
— Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) August 23, 2024
“My family is – I understand that they’re troubled by my decisions. I love my family. I feel like we were raised in a milieu where we were encouraged to debate each other and debate ferociously and passionately about things and still love each other,” he added. “They’re free to take their positions on these issues. There are many, many members of my family working at my campaign and who are supporting me.”
In response to Kennedy’s endorsement, his siblings released a statement reaffirming their support for Vice President Kamala Harris and criticizing Kennedy’s move as a “betrayal” of their family’s values. They expressed a vision for America that focuses on hope, unity, and shared values, starkly contrasting with Kennedy’s decision to back Trump.
The statement, signed by Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, Courtney Kennedy, Kerry Kennedy, Chris Kennedy, and Rory Kennedy, was endorsed by Joe Kennedy III, who praised it as “well said.” This familial rift was highlighted when Kennedy announced his endorsement, where he accused the Democratic National Committee of legal warfare against both him and Trump, and criticized the DNC for what he described as a “sham primary” that sidelined any significant challenge to President Biden.
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