RFK Jr. Flies on Military Jet for GOP Campaigns, Report Reveals

RFK Jr. uses military jet for GOP campaigns, sparking debate over taxpayer funds and political strategy.

September 12, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary under President Donald Trump, has traveled across the country using a military jet to support Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections, according to a report.

The Gulfstream jet, which costs $9,000 per hour, was used during an August 17 trip to Iowa, where Kennedy met with GOP candidates. This is among several trips he has taken on military aircraft since joining the administration in February 2025, as reported by The Washington Post.

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White House officials believe Kennedy’s presence could attract voters who align with his health-focused agenda but typically do not support Republicans. Despite this, his use of government planes has raised questions, with at least one senior HHS official expressing concerns about the practice.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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