Jack Schlossberg Reveals the Last Time He Talked to Cousin RFK Jr.

Jack Schlossberg, a candidate vying for a congressional seat in New York’s 12th Congressional District, has opened up about his complicated relationship with his cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is a well-known figure in alternative health circles. Expressing both familial ties and political disagreement, Schlossberg revealed that the last time he saw RFK Jr. was nearly 20 years ago, but has had striking dreams about him in recent times.

In an interview with Politico’s Dasha Burns, Schlossberg, aged 33 and the son of Caroline Kennedy, recalled a recent dream where his cousin, currently 72, gave him an encouraging message regarding his electoral prospects. “He told me, ‘Good job, you’re gonna win,’” Schlossberg shared, noting the dream’s positive impact on his campaign. This is not an isolated incident; he recounted a prior dream in which RFK Jr. had assured him he would pass the bar examination, indicating a consistent pattern of dreaming about his cousin predicting his future successes.

These dreams, while bringing a personal sentiment, also underscore the deep political rifts that have emerged within the Kennedy family. Throughout recent years, Schlossberg and other family members have publicly critiqued RFK Jr.’s controversial views, particularly his stance on vaccinations. In a statement earlier this June, he expressed his discontent with RFK Jr.’s approach to health policy, suspecting that he tends to regurgitate widely accepted ideas as groundbreaking insights. “He repeats wellness talking points that everybody already agrees on, and then acts like they’re these brand new ideas,” he stated during an appearance on NBC’s podcast *Here’s the Scoop*.

Schlossberg’s political aspirations seem to be driving his scrutiny of RFK Jr.’s activities within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). He has voiced intentions to investigate perceived misconduct should he be elected. “I want to know why he chose Tylenol and not Advil as a cause for autism,” he stated during an April interview with MS Now, further questioning the motivations behind the information promoted by his cousin. He expressed concern about the financial interests potentially influencing health policies that affect ordinary American families.

As Schlossberg navigates his own congressional campaign, he has speculated that RFK Jr. may pursue a presidential run in 2028, following his current bid for election in 2024. This potential future candidacy is shadowed by past family disputes; notably, four of RFK Jr.’s siblings—Rory, Kerry, Joseph II, and Kathleen—publicly disavowed his presidential ambitions in a collective statement. Their comments highlight the growing familial divisions as RFK Jr.’s political path continues to diverge from traditional Kennedy values.

This ideological split escalated when RFK Jr. withdrew from the 2024 race only to endorse former President Donald Trump, a move that elicited fresh criticism from his family. Caroline Kennedy responded vigorously, labelling RFK Jr. a “predator” in a public letter that condemned his anti-vaccine stance. In her statement, she emphasised that he exploits the fears of parents grappling with the health issues of their children. Caroline made a poignant reference to her late father and uncle, suggesting that they would disapprove of RFK Jr.’s actions.

The complex interplay of family dynamics and political ambitions within the Kennedy family stands as a testament to the evolving landscape of American politics. While Schlossberg embraces a path towards political leadership, he does so amid the reverberations of his cousin’s divisive opinions and the historical legacy of their family name.

In summary, Jack Schlossberg’s recent commentary offers a glimpse into not only his personal aspirations but also a broader reflection on the challenges sitting at the nexus of family loyalty and political ideology. As his campaign gains momentum, it remains to be seen how this familial rift will impact both his candidacy and the wider narrative surrounding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s controversial political positions.