Florida Museum of Natural History

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. responded to social media criticism by sharing a video demonstrating his handling of a venomous Western Diamondback rattlesnake. The clip followed backlash from a previous incident where he barehanded nonvenomous black racer snakes on Dr. Oz's patio, prompting concerns from his wife, actress Cheryl Hines.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Health and Human Services Secretary, responded to criticism by posting a video of him handling a venomous Western Diamondback rattlesnake, following an earlier incident where he barehanded nonvenomous black racer snakes. His wife, Cheryl Hines, was involved in both encounters, with the latter video emphasizing safe handling techniques and the snake's identification.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Health and Human Services Secretary, handled two nonvenomous black racer snakes barehanded on Dr. Oz's patio, despite his wife Cheryl Hines' protests. The snakes bit him repeatedly, though they are harmless to humans. Kennedy has a history of interacting with wild animals, including controversial past incidents involving a bear carcass and a dead whale.