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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has proposed leveraging Artificial Intelligence to expedite the often lengthy process of drug approvals at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). During a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, Kennedy’s proposition, which sparked concern amongst some regarding reliance on expert opinion, drew attention and fueled a broader discussion. The conversation surrounding this potential shift in FDA procedures first ignited on Reddit, where users are actively weighing the benefits and potential risks associated with AI-driven drug approvals. The initial Reddit thread discussing Kennedy’s claim can be found at: https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1lpfzgx/rfk_jr_says_ai_will_approve_new_drugs_at_fda_very/