A recent interview with Robert F. Kennedy Jr, the US Secretary of Health and Human Services, sparked controversy over his statements about COVID-19. He claimed that lockdowns caused significant harm to the country.

The interview, which aired on CNN, featured a tense exchange with Dana Bash. Kennedy made several false and misleading statements about various topics, including measles, autism, and Lyme disease. Further details about the interview and the reactions to Kennedy's statements are available from the source, CNN.

Local residents in El Paso can refer to the original report for more information on the controversy surrounding Kennedy's claims.