New Book Reveals RFK Jr.’s Psychedelic Admission and Controversy
New revelations surrounding Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have emerged from a forthcoming book by journalist Olivia Nuzzi. In her upcoming work, titled American Canto, Nuzzi claims that Kennedy admitted to using the psychedelic drug DMT and insisted that a supposed “brain worm” was not an actual worm. This disclosure adds another layer to the complex public persona of Kennedy, who is simultaneously an environmental advocate and a supporter of Donald Trump, a figure known for his ties to the fossil fuel industry.
Nuzzi, a former politics reporter for New York magazine, has found herself at the heart of a media storm following allegations of an affair with Kennedy while covering his political campaign last year. Although the book is set to be released next month, selected publications have previewed its contents. According to a profile in the New York Times, Nuzzi recounts a candid conversation with Kennedy in which he acknowledged his use of DMT, a psychedelic known for causing intense auditory and visual hallucinations.
The article notes that Kennedy’s admission aligns with his previous interest in alternative health treatments. Additionally, the push for the legalization of psychedelics has recently gained traction among certain conservative circles, positioning Kennedy as a potential advocate for this movement. During a House hearing in June 2023, he stated, “These are people who badly need some kind of therapy; nothing else is working for them.” He expressed his commitment to advancing government-run clinical studies on psychedelics, aiming for progress within a year.
In another striking claim from Nuzzi’s manuscript, Kennedy reportedly denied the existence of the brain worm, a condition first mentioned in a New York Times report from last year. The article revealed that a parasite had consumed part of Kennedy’s brain tissue in 2010, which later died. This bizarre assertion has sparked amusement and speculation online, with Nuzzi’s book allegedly capturing Kennedy’s dismissal of the incident.
Despite the salacious nature of these revelations, Nuzzi has maintained that her relationship with Kennedy was exclusively virtual, describing it as a “sexting affair.” Kennedy has categorically denied any romantic involvement with her. In response to Nuzzi’s assertions, Kennedy’s wife, Cheryl Hines, has publicly denounced her claims, labeling Nuzzi a “fucking liar.”
The controversy surrounding Nuzzi does not end with Kennedy. Recently, she has been accused of having an affair with Mark Sanford, a former governor of South Carolina, a claim originating from her ex-fiancé, Ryan Lizza. Lizza, a former reporter for Politico, shared his allegations through his independent outlet, Telos.
As the release date for American Canto approaches, the public awaits further insights into the intricate dynamics of Kennedy’s life and the implications of his controversial admissions. With Nuzzi navigating personal and professional challenges, the intersection of journalism and personal relationships continues to generate significant discourse.
