HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Flies Economy, Earns X Admiration.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife, actress Cheryl Hines, were spotted boarding a commercial economy flight on a domestic route, leading to widespread praise on X for his accessible travel style. The viral video, shared Sunday, contrasted Kennedy's choice with private jet expenditures by Democrats like Sen. Bernie Sanders, whose campaign spent nearly $230,000 on such flights in Q2 2025, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who joined Sanders on a $15,000-per-hour charter in April. While most reactions celebrated Kennedy's relatability, some users voiced security concerns amid his high-profile role.