Oakland, California – Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sparked controversy by revealing one of his potential vice-presidential picks, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers. It has come to light that Rodgers has been sharing debunked conspiracy theories about the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting, which claimed the lives of 20 children and 6 adults.
CNN reports that Rodgers has fervently spread these false narratives to individuals, including journalists like Pamela Brown. During an encounter at the Kentucky Derby in 2013, Rodgers reportedly unleashed a tirade against the news media, alleging a cover-up of the tragic events at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
When pressed for evidence by Brown, Rodgers doubled down on his conspiracy theories, disregarding the overwhelming evidence that refuted his claims. These baseless allegations led to legal action, with victims’ families filing lawsuits against notorious conspiracy theorist Alex Jones.
Throughout the trials, family members shared heart-wrenching accounts of the pain and harassment they endured due to the spread of false information. Rodgers’s insistence on these unfounded beliefs has continued to disturb those who have encountered him.
Despite the mounting evidence against him, Rodgers has refused to retract his statements, instead choosing to vaguely acknowledge the tragedy of Sandy Hook in a recent statement. Kennedy’s decision to consider Rodgers as a running mate has raised concerns about the beliefs and values of those associated with his campaign.
As Kennedy gears up to announce his running mate in Oakland, California, on March 26, the controversy surrounding Rodgers and his conspiracy theories threatens to overshadow the campaign’s message. The juxtaposition of honoring the memory of Sandy Hook victims while aligning with a purveyor of falsehoods raises questions about the integrity and judgment of those vying for political office.