Top HHS spokesman abruptly resigns after reports of tensions with RFK Jr. and his team

WASHINGTON — The top spokesman at the Department of Health and Human Services abruptly resigned Friday following tensions with Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his team, according to two people familiar with his departure.

Thomas Corry, who had only recently taken on the role of assistant secretary for public affairs, announced his immediate departure on Monday.

“I want to announce to my friends and colleagues that last Friday I announced my resignation effective immediately,” Corry stated in a LinkedIn post. “To my colleagues at HHS, I wish you the best and great success.”

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