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American politician, environmental lawyer, anti-vaccine activist, and conspiracy theorist (born 1954)
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HHS launches NIH clinic to study vaccine injuries: The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has launched a clinic dedicated to studying “patients ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/6137173-hhs-launches-vaccine-injury-clinic/
RFK Jr. tasks researchers with studying vaccine injuries: The US Department of Health and Human Services launched a program this week to study and capture the ...
edition.cnn.com/2026/10/08/health/hhs-vaccine-injury-initiative
US health secretary Kennedy launches new push on vaccine injuries: The initiative is the latest step by Kennedy, who spent years questioning vaccine safety and ...
jpost.com/international/article-911124
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Dems Probe Whether RFK Jr ‘Unlawfully Lied’ During Confirmation Hearings: Report: A top Demis probing whether RFK Jr. lied to Congress during his 2025 ...
mediaite.com/politics/dems-probe-whether-rfk-jr-unlawfully-lied-during-confirmation-hearings-report/
‘A tremendous step backwards’: US could lose measles elimination status under RFK Jr’s leadership
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/nov/11/measles-status-rfk-jr-anti-vaccine-agenda
"Zero" signs that Kennedy is leaving post-midterms: President Trump is happy with Kennedy, and most of his agenda remains unfinished.
axios.com/2026/10/26/rfk-midterms-hhs-future
RFK Jr’s ‘deities of vaccine research’ raided by police in Guinea-Bissau: Police seize doses of hepatitis B vaccine from people at center of dispute over ...
theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/20/rfk-jr-vaccine-researchers-offices-raided-guinea-bissau
Anti-vaxxers target Texas measles doctors to cast doubt on deaths amid outbreak: Children’s Health Defense and RFK Jr publicly dispute recent measles deaths to ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/oct/12/anti-vaxxers-measles-doctors-texas-deaths
RFK Jr. Plans Vaccine Injury Initiative, Drawing Wary Eye From Experts: Vaccine safety experts say more research into the side effects would be welcome yet ...
nytimes.com/2026/10/07/us/politics/kennedy-vaccine-injuries.html
US appeals court weighs block on Kennedy's vaccine panel appointments: A lawyer for the Trump administration told a federal appeals court on Tuesday that a ...
reuters.com/legal/government/us-appeals-court-weighs-block-kennedys-vaccine-panel-appointments-2026-10-06/
Democrats press RFK Jr. on an ethics agreement change involving law firm fees: Health Secretary RFK Jr. faces scrutiny from congressional Democrats over what ...
twincities.com/2026/09/25/democrats-rfk-jr-ethics-agreement-change/
CDC vaccine policy recommendations grind to a halt under Health Secretary Kennedy
denverpost.com/2026/09/25/cdc-vaccine-policy-recommendations-halt-rfk-jr/
RFK Jr.'s CDC isn’t letting states order COVID-19 shots for kids, blocking access
arstechnica.com/health/2026/09/rfk-jr-s-cdc-isnt-letting-states-order-covid-19-shots-for-kids-blocking-access/
OpinionRFK Jr. goes rabidly anti-vaccine in face of measles outbreak | Opinion: I'm sure GOP candidates are thrilled to see HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr ...
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2026/09/20/kennedy-chemtrails-measles-deaths-midterms/91810287007/
Shapiro slams RFK Jr. as not ‘connected or grounded in reality’ on measles outbreak
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/6095486-shapiro-accuses-rfk-measles/
RFK Jr. to headline Children’s Health Defense conference in DC: Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is scheduled to give a keynote ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/6088845-rfk-jr-scheduled-chd-keynote/
The Bulwark Aug 30
RFK Jr.’s Toxic World: The HHS secretary uses fear of contamination to denigrate modern medicine and advance a project rooted in vulgar eugenics.
thebulwark.com/p/rfk-jr-toxic-world-vaccines-contamination-safe-hhs-autism-ocd
RFK Jr. may upend how vaccine recommendations are categorized: There are currently 3 categories. Without reason, RFK Jr. is considering changes.
arstechnica.com/health/2026/08/rfk-jr-may-upend-how-vaccine-recommendations-are-categorized/
C.D.C. Will Investigate Debunked Link Between Vaccines and Autism: Dozens of studies have failed to find evidence of a link. The decision to re-examine the ...
nytimes.com/2025/03/07/health/vaccines-autism-cdc-rfk-jr.html
Key FactsCDC Reportedly Advances Vaccine-Autism Study Under Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Mar 7, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- According to multiple reports, the CDC is advancing a study of vaccines and autism; Kennedy’s role and its methods remain unclear.
- Extensive scientific research has repeatedly found no connection between vaccines and autism.
- More than 150 measles cases and two deaths have been reported in Texas and New Mexico.
- National two-dose MMR coverage among kindergartners fell from approximately 95 percent in 2019 to 92.7 percent; some states were as low as 79.6 percent.
The measles outbreak in Texas is a call to action for all of us to reaffirm our commitment to public health. By working together -- parents, healthcare providers, community leaders, and government officials, we can prevent future outbreaks and protect the health of our nation. Under my leadership, HHS is and will always be committed to radical transparency to regain the public's trust in its health agencies.— Robert F. Kennedy Jr., HHS Secretary, in a Fox News op-ed; quoted in Newsweek article about the CDC study on vaccines and autism
US Senate confirms Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health Secretary: The anti-vaccination activist, who has already spread countless conspiracy theories ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000257292/us-senat-bestaetigt-robert-f-kennedy-jr-als-gesundheitsminister
Key FactsKennedy's Controversial Appointment as Health Secretary
Feb 13, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services despite significant opposition.
- The future of Medicare and Medicaid is uncertain as Republicans discuss potential cuts, while Kennedy has been vague about these programs.
- Kennedy, known for his anti-vaccine stance, has pledged not to interfere with existing vaccine policy, a promise met with skepticism from critics.
- His confirmation may lead to significant changes within health agencies and research funding in the U.S., raising concerns about potential budget cuts.
Senate confirms Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services: RFK Jr. has gained a following for his questioning of vaccines ...
eu.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/02/13/rfk-jr-confirmation-vote-health-secretary-trump/78248187007/
Key FactsSenate Confirms Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS Secretary
Feb 13, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- The Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services with a vote of 52-48.
- Kennedy will oversee key health agencies with a trillion-dollar budget and face scrutiny over his past vaccine skepticism.
- Concerns were raised regarding his promotion of health misinformation and views on abortion during the confirmation process.
- Despite opposition from Democrats, several Republicans supported his nomination, leading to his confirmation.
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