STAT News reports that none of its Freedom of Information Act requests for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s calendar have been completed, and some have not even been acknowledged, despite Kennedy's assertions that his schedule is publicly available. The media outlet has been attempting to obtain the records for a year.
Kennedy, a prominent figure in public health and vaccine skepticism, has previously cited his calendar as a source of transparency. However, the lack of response from relevant agencies undermines these claims and raises questions about accountability.
STAT's FOIA requests, submitted over the past twelve months, have gone unanswered or unprocessed. The outlet has not received any completed records or formal denials, indicating potential lapses in compliance with public records laws.
This situation highlights ongoing challenges in government transparency, particularly for high-profile individuals. The delayed responses may invite legal challenges or increased scrutiny from watchdogs and the public.
Critics argue that Kennedy's claims of transparency are contradicted by his allies' actions, suggesting a disconnect between rhetoric and reality in the handling of public information.