Does RFK Jr use Zyn? Viral photo sparks row

Robert F Kennedy Jr sparked controversy after being spotted with a Zyn nicotine pouch with social media raising questions about his credibility as health services secretary in Donald Trump’s incoming administration. The image, which showed Kennedy using the tobacco-free but nicotine-rich product, quickly went viral, with critics questioning his commitment to health advocacy.
The backlash gained further momentum when a photo surfaced of Kennedy dining on McDonald’s aboard Trump Force One, alongside Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and Donald Trump Jr. The group, seen enjoying Filet-O-Fish sandwiches and Big Macs, faced mixed reactions online. For Kennedy, whose “Make America Healthy Again” campaign rails against processed foods and additives.

Elon Musk shared the Trump Force One photo on X, describing the gathering as a “fun night” and commending Trump’s team-building efforts. Responses ranged from praise for the camaraderie to sharp criticism of Kennedy’s apparent hypocrisy. “RFK Jr said he wanted to make America healthy, yet here he is eating fast food and drinking full-sugar Coke,” one user posted. Another commented on the irony, writing, “Zyn and McDonald’s – what happened to the health crusader?”
Zyn nicotine pouches, often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, are gaining popularity but remain controversial due to their addictive potential and lack of FDA approval. Critics argued that Kennedy’s use of such a product undermines his health initiatives. “Is this the person we want leading public health reforms?” one medical expert questioned online.
The timing of the McDonald’s meal further complicated matters, coinciding with an E. coli outbreak linked to the chain’s onions, which led to several illnesses and one fatality. Social media lit up with debates over Kennedy’s role in Trump’s administration, with some calling him a hypocrite and others suggesting he was merely aligning with Trump’s base.
While Kennedy’s defenders argued that a single meal doesn’t define his commitment to health advocacy, the incidents have raised significant concerns about his credibility.