Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s raspy voice was on full display when his high-stakes confirmation hearing got underway Wednesday — as ...

Spasmodic dysphonia can strain an individual's ability to speak, sometimes causing their voice to sound hoarse or breathy. Humming, laughing, singing, swallowing, and crying can also be impacted.

Kennedy Jr.’s noticeably raspy voice. His unique tone is in fact due to a rare neurological condition called spasmodic dysphonia. Kennedy, 71, has made it known that he’s not a fan of his ...

Kennedy Jr. appeared on Capitol Hill on Wednesday for his confirmation hearing as potential Health and Human Services secretary, some may have noticed his voice had a raspy, strained sound.

Click here for live updates. Throughout RFK Jr's time on the campaign trail, many wondered about his raspy voice and what sounded like difficulty speaking or straining to get words out.