In a resurfaced 2012 interview, shocking details regarding former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have recently come to light. Kennedy's daughter disclosed that he once used a chain saw to cut off the head of a deceased whale, intending to bring it home for research purposes. The bizarre incident has now prompted an investigation by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) into whether Kennedy violated the Marine Mammal Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act.

According to Town & Country magazine, the incident occurred when Kennedy received news of a dead whale washing up on Squaw Island in Hyannis Port. Without hesitation, he reportedly rushed to the scene, armed with a chainsaw. After severing the whale's head, Kennedy then bungee-corded it onto the roof of his family's minivan and embarked on a five-hour journey back to Mount Kisco, New York.

In the magazine interview, Kennedy's daughter, Kick Kennedy, vividly described the gruesome ordeal. As they drove on the highway, whale juices would continuously seep into the car through the windows, resulting in an unbearable stench. To cope with the situation, the family resorted to wearing plastic bags over their heads with holes for breathing. Unfortunately, this peculiar behavior drew negative attention from other drivers, who expressed their disapproval.

The resurfacing of this interview comes just weeks after Kennedy admitted to leaving a dead bear cub in Central Park as a prank ten years ago, further cementing his macabre reputation. Additionally, Kennedy previously disclosed that he was diagnosed with a parasitic worm in his brain in 2010.

The Center for Biological Diversity Action Fund has taken the recent revelations as an opportunity to push for an investigation into whether Kennedy's actions constitute felonies. In a letter to government officials, the environmental group has called for NOAA to examine whether Kennedy violated the Marine Mammal Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act. They highlight that it is illegal to possess any part of a protected animal, dead or alive, and that the transportation of the whale skull across state lines could also be a felony violation of wildlife conservation laws.

The Arizona-based group, which endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, stresses the importance of safeguarding endangered species. They argue that by scavenging wildlife carcasses, individuals hinder scientific research and impede efforts to understand and protect these animals.

Representatives for Kennedy and NOAA have not yet responded to requests for comment regarding the investigation.

In addition to the wildlife-related controversies, Kennedy's campaign faced other controversies unrelated to animals. Last month, he was accused of sexual assault, and he has admitted to having a colorful past with "skeletons in his closet."

As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact Kennedy's reputation and the legality of his actions. The outcome of the investigation could have far-reaching consequences for the former presidential candidate and serve as a reminder of the importance of respecting and preserving our natural environment.