Kennedy's Brainworm Theory

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims a worm infected his brain, sparking widespread discussion and speculation. Rep. Mike Collins makes controversial comments, while social media erupts with memes and reactions. Kennedy's health history, including mercury poisoning, is scrutinized.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made headlines by claiming that a worm had entered his brain and eaten a portion of it, causing memory loss and other health issues [1]. The assertion generated significant public attention, with some individuals, including Rep. Mike Collins, making crude references to Kennedy family tragedies while commenting on the situation [2]. Despite skepticism and speculation, Kennedy stood firm in his claim about the brain worm, attributing it to mercury poisoning [3].

The unusual story quickly became viral, leading to a flurry of memes and social media reactions [4][5]. Media outlets delved into explaining what brain worms are and how common they are in reality, shedding light on the medical aspect of Kennedy's assertion [6]. Kennedy's claim of a worm in his brain also sparked a discussion on his health and how it could impact his political ambitions as a presidential candidate [7].

Doctors reportedly found a dead worm in Kennedy's brain, corroborating his extraordinary statement [8]. While some outlets covered the medical and scientific aspects of Kennedy's claim, others focused on the social and political implications of such a revelation [9]. Kennedy's assertion garnered attention from various news sources, and his campaign responded to the situation, underscoring the lingering effects on his fitness and public perception [10][11].

Kennedy's statement about a parasite in his brain also prompted discussions about memory loss, fitness for office, and whether the claim was a ploy for attention or sympathy [12]. Despite the controversy and skepticism surrounding his assertion, Kennedy stood by his claim, maintaining that doctors had found a dead worm inside his brain [13]. The bizarre narrative of a worm eating part of a prominent figure's brain dominated news cycles, prompting analyses and reactions across various media platforms [14][15].

Current Stats

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Virality Score 6.4

Change in Rank -1

Thread Age 11 days

Number of Articles 68

Political Leaning

Left 41.5%

Center 24.4%

Right 34.1%

Regional Coverage

US 86.1%

Non-US 13.9%

Recent Coverage

What parasite might Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have had in his brain?

Los Angeles Times - 11 days ago - Robert F. Kennedy Jr., in a 2012 deposition, reportedly cited health issues that he attributed to a worm in his brain.

RFK Jr. Says A Worm Infected His Brain—Here's What We Know About The Possible Parasite

Forbes - 11 days ago - The infection, called cysticercosis, occurs when tapeworm eggs are swallowed.

RFK Jr. Says He Had a Brain Parasite. Here’s How That Can Happen

Time - 11 days ago - RFK Jr. said he had a brain parasite and suffered cognitive issues. Here's what to know about brain parasites.

RFK Jr. Said That A Worm Ate Part Of His Brain, And Twitter Is Losing It

BuzzFeed - 11 days ago - If you had actual brain worms on your 2024 bingo card, congrats I guess.

The Best Memes About RFK Jr.'s Brain Worm

Gizmodo - 11 days ago - The memes have been flying fast and furious ever since RFK admitted that he once had a worm inside his brain.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Claims a Worm 'Got Into My Brain' and 'Ate a Portion of It' Before Dying

Radar Online - 11 days ago - The independent candidate sought medical treatment in 2010 after experiencing 'memory loss and mental fogginess.'

Presidential candidate RFK Jr said he had a brain worm in 2012, New York Times reports

The Jerusalem Post - 11 days ago - The 2012 deposition came during divorce proceedings from his second wife, Mary Richardson Kennedy, the Times reported, as he argued his earning power had been diminished by his cognitive struggles.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Says a Worm Ate Part of His Brain Years Ago

TMZ - 11 days ago - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may want to plug up his ears permanently ... 'cause he says a dead worm was once found in his head -- and it apparently chowed down on his brain.

RFK Jr. says he suffered from a parasitic brain worm and mercury poisoning

CBS News - 11 days ago - Kennedy campaign spokesperson Stefanie Spear said in a statement that "the issue was resolved more than 10 years ago, and he is in robust physical and mental health."

RFK Jr. said that worm ate part of his brain, died inside his head: 2012 deposition

Global News - 11 days ago - “I have cognitive problems, clearly,” Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a 2012 divorce deposition.

RFK Jr.’s Brain Worm News Horrifies Potential Voters: ‘This Guy Wants to Be President?’

The Wrap - 11 days ago - Social media users don't quite know how to react to learning a parasite ate a portion of the presidential hopeful's brain

RFK Jr. said a worm ate part of his brain, according to report

MSNBC - 11 days ago - Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has pitched himself as the sprightly, virile antithesis to Biden and Trump, has faced previously undisclosed health issues, according to The New York Times.

US presidential candidate says 'dead worm found in his brain'

Evening Standard - 11 days ago - Independent presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr said the worm caused memory loss

Presidential candidate Kennedy says worm entered his brain, caused temporary memory loss, brain fog

Just The News - 11 days ago - Kennedy’s campaign says candidate “traveled extensively in Africa, South America and Asia” as environmental advocate, contracted a parasite on one trip

Presidential Candidate Says Doctors Found a Worm in His Brain

Futurism - 11 days ago - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has had some bizarre health conditions — including, as he claims, a dead parasite in his brain.

RFK brain worm update: They're more common than you might think

Boston Globe - 11 days ago - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said doctors had found a dead worm in his brain.

RFK Jr. says he had parasitic brain worm and undisclosed memory loss

Washington Post - 11 days ago - Kennedy’s campaign spokeswoman said he contracted a parasite years ago while traveling “extensively in Africa, South America and Asia in his work as an environmental advocate.”

RFK Jr. says doctors found a dead worm in his brain

postgazettecom - 11 days ago - False

Robert F Kennedy Jr says a worm ate part of his brain and then died

SkyNews - 11 days ago - He said he had been having memory loss and mental fogginess and so contacted neurologists who spotted a dark spot on his brain scans. They said he had a tumour but another doctor believed he had a dead parasite in his head, The New York Times reported.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says doctors found a dead worm in his brain

Chicago Tribune - 11 days ago - The 70-year-old Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has portrayed his athleticism and relative youth as an advantage over the two oldest people to ever seek the White House.

RFK Jr. Says He Had a Dead Worm in His Brain

Rolling Stone - 11 days ago - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recounted his struggle with a parasitic brain worm and mercury poisoning in a 2012 deposition obtained by The New York Times.