Fact Check: Were RFK Jr.’s cited oncology drug approvals the fastest in history?

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Claimant: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.


Claim: The two recent oncology drug approvals were the “fastest in history.”


Rating: BLATANT LIE


Explanation: The FDA previously approved an HIV drug in 42 days from submission, while the oncology approvals Kennedy cited took 104 and 90 days from submission to approval.


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Date: 05/24/2026


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Last Updated on May 24, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check