Investigation Launched into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Decades-Old Whale Incident

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., son of the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy, revealed on Saturday that he is under investigation over an incident involving a dead whale. Kennedy made the admission during a campaign event for former President Trump, stating that he received a letter from the National Marine Fisheries Institute, notifying him of the investigation.

The story first came to light in 2012 when Kennedy's daughter, Kick Kennedy, shared details about the incident in an interview with Town and Country Magazine. According to Kick, her father had decapitated a dead whale and strapped its head onto the roof of their vehicle. They then transported the skull from a beach in Massachusetts to Mount Kisco, New York.

During the drive, the family encountered an unpleasant surprise as "whale juice" would seep into the car through the windows whenever they accelerated, creating a pungent odor. Kick recalled that they resorted to wearing plastic bags over their heads with holes cut out for breathing. She also mentioned that they received unkind gestures from fellow drivers on the highway, which had apparently become a regular occurrence for the family.

The controversy resurfaced recently when the Center for Biological Diversity highlighted the whale incident, urging for an investigation. This came shortly after Kennedy's withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race and his endorsement of former President Trump.

In addition to the whale incident, Kennedy admitted to another controversial act involving a dead animal. Over a decade ago, he confessed to disposing of the body of a dead bear in New York City's Central Park.

Details surrounding the current investigation remain scarce, with Kennedy not offering additional information during the campaign event. It is yet to be determined what potential consequences, if any, he may face as a result of the investigation.

The story has reignited a discussion about the ethical treatment of animals and the need for responsible actions towards wildlife. As the investigation unfolds, many are curious to see how this incident from over two decades ago will impact Kennedy's public image and future endeavors.