Jack Schlossberg has recently voiced his concerns over the release of files related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. As the only grandson of the late president, Schlossberg revealed that his family was not informed about the release of the files prior to it happening on Tuesday, March 18. The grandson of JFK pointed out that while his family was kept in the dark, his uncle and President Donald Trump’s secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., was privy to this information. Schlossberg took to social media to express his dismay, stating, “No — THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION DID NOT GIVE ANYONE IN PRESIDENT KENNEDY’S FAMILY ‘A HEADS UP’.” He described the situation as a “total surprise, and not a shocker.”
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Criticism was also directed at the delay in releasing the files, with Schlossberg retweeting Utah Sen. Mike Lee’s inquiry about the tardiness of the release. Additionally, he urged the media to handle the coverage more responsibly, expressing disappointment in how the release was being discussed on CNN. Schlossberg’s outspokenness on the matter stems from his belief that Trump is leveraging his family’s tragic history for political gain. He has previously condemned Trump’s intentions to declassify the files as a means of political manipulation, rather than a genuine pursuit of truth. Schlossberg also openly criticised podcaster Joe Rogan for hosting Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on a show where they discussed JFK’s assassination conspiracies, pushing for accountability once the rest of the files are unveiled.
Prior to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Schlossberg’s mother, Caroline Kennedy, issued a scathing open letter outlining her reservations. She highlighted RFK Jr.’s alleged lack of qualifications for the position, citing concerns about his past drug use and treatment of animals. Caroline also rebuked her cousin for exploiting the Kennedy family name during his unsuccessful 2024 presidential campaign, accusing him of capitalising on his father and uncle’s tragic deaths for personal gain. These actions led Caroline to question his suitability for a role that deals with matters of life and death. The Kennedy family has been embroiled in public disputes, with tensions between cousins Caroline Kennedy and RFK Jr. becoming increasingly visible.
Schlossberg’s advocacy for preserving his family’s legacy and seeking justice for JFK underscores his commitment to upholding the truth surrounding his grandfather’s assassination. As a young member of the Kennedy clan, he has taken a stand against what he perceives as leveraging a national tragedy for political motives. His public statements on social media and engagements with prominent figures reflect a generational shift in how the Kennedy legacy is protected and honoured. The interplay of family dynamics and political ambitions within the Kennedy lineage continues to shape public discourse and intrigue regarding one of America’s most iconic families. With the release of the JFK files and the ongoing public scrutiny, the Kennedy family’s legacy remains a topic of interest and debate in contemporary American society.