Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has withdrawn a charter that would have modified the composition and focus of a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory panel, according to recent reports.

The withdrawn charter would have expanded member eligibility criteria for the advisory committee and shifted focus toward investigating alleged vaccine injuries. The move comes as Kennedy, a longtime vaccine skeptic, settles into his role overseeing the nation's health agencies.

Separately, Kennedy made his first public comments regarding an ongoing Ebola outbreak, telling reporters "we're working on it" when asked about the administration's response to both Ebola and hantavirus cases. The brief statement marked his initial public remarks on the infectious disease situation since taking office.

Meanwhile, nicotine pouches, particularly the Zyn brand, have reportedly gained popularity among Trump administration officials. The tobacco-free pouches, which deliver nicotine through the mouth, have found users across various levels of the administration, including some health officials.

Kennedy's early actions as Health Secretary have drawn scrutiny from public health experts, particularly regarding his previous statements questioning vaccine safety and efficacy. His withdrawal of the CDC charter suggests potential adjustments to his initial approach to health policy oversight.