Robert F Kennedy Jr has faced allegations of sexual assault from a former employee, leading to increased scrutiny as he runs for president. The independent candidate responded by saying, “I am not a church boy,” dismissing the claims as old news.
The allegations revolve around an incident in 1998 where Kennedy’s former babysitter, Eliza Cooney, accused him of inappropriate touching. Cooney kept the secret until the #MeToo movement encouraged her to come forward in 2017.
Kennedy’s campaign has been marred by controversies, including spreading misinformation about Covid-19 and making dubious claims about wifi and water chemicals. Despite polling at 9.1%, he is unlikely to win the presidency but could impact key swing states for both Biden and Trump.
As the son of Robert F Kennedy and nephew of John F Kennedy, Kennedy’s campaign has attracted attention due to his family ties, but his controversial statements and allegations have overshadowed his run for office.