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RFK Jr. Accused of Jeopardizing Child Vaccine Access, Undermining CDC Science

RFK Jr. Accused of Jeopardizing Child Vaccine Access, Undermining CDC Science

RFK Jr. Accused of Jeopardizing Child Vaccine Access, Undermining CDC Science Two former high-ranking officials at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have leveled serious accusations against Robert F. Kennedy Jr., alleging his actions are hobbling the nation’s ability to combat disease outbreaks and could restrict children’s access to vital vaccines. In recent Senate testimony, Susan Monarez, a CDC director appointed and then fired by Kennedy, detailed demands that she pre-approve advisory committee recommendations irrespective of scientific…

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Ex-CDC Director Monarez Alleges RFK Jr. Fired Her for Resisting Vaccine Policy Pressure

Ex-CDC Director Monarez Alleges RFK Jr. Fired Her for Resisting Vaccine Policy Pressure

Ex-CDC Director Monarez Alleges RFK Jr. Fired Her for Resisting Vaccine Policy Pressure Former CDC Director Susan Monarez delivered explosive testimony before a Senate committee yesterday, alleging she was ousted last month for refusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s demands for “blanket approval” on vaccine recommendations and to fire career scientists. Monarez recounted a “tense” late August meeting where Kennedy reportedly insisted the “childhood vaccine schedule would be changing starting in September” and that she “needed to be on…

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RFK Jr.’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Report: A 2025 Retrospective on Child Health Priorities

RFK Jr.’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Report: A 2025 Retrospective on Child Health Priorities

RFK Jr.’s ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Report: A 2025 Retrospective on Child Health Priorities A recent deep dive into the Trump administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) report, championed by then-Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., reveals a strategy aimed at combating chronic disease among children. Released on a Tuesday, the report amplified calls to address long-standing environmental and behavioral practices detrimental to children’s health. However, experts at the time noted a significant lack of detail on translating policy priorities…

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RFK Jr. Unveils ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Strategy, Sparks Debate on Vaccines, Mental Health, and Food Policy

RFK Jr. Unveils ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Strategy, Sparks Debate on Vaccines, Mental Health, and Food Policy

RFK Jr. Unveils ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Strategy, Sparks Debate on Vaccines, Mental Health, and Food Policy US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. officially unveiled the Trump administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) strategy on Tuesday, outlining a broad initiative to combat chronic diseases, investigate vaccine injuries, and scrutinize pharmaceutical practices. Joined by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, Kennedy presented a plan that largely aligns with a draft circulated in August, emphasizing…

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Kennedy Family Demands RFK Jr.’s Resignation as Trump’s Health Secretary Amid Policy Backlash

Kennedy Family Demands RFK Jr.’s Resignation as Trump’s Health Secretary Amid Policy Backlash

Kennedy Family Demands RFK Jr.’s Resignation as Trump’s Health Secretary Amid Policy Backlash WASHINGTON – Robert F. Kennedy Jr., currently serving as the Health and Human Services Secretary in the Trump administration, is facing intense calls for his resignation from prominent members of his own family, including his sister Kerry Kennedy and nephew Joseph P. Kennedy III. The scathing statements, issued on Friday, follow a contentious congressional hearing earlier this week where Secretary Kennedy faced bipartisan scrutiny over his leadership…

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RFK Jr.’s Family Renews Calls for Resignation Amid Health Policy Controversy

RFK Jr.’s Family Renews Calls for Resignation Amid Health Policy Controversy

RFK Jr.’s Family Renews Calls for Resignation Amid Health Policy Controversy WASHINGTON – Prominent members of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s family have publicly urged him to step down from his role as Health Secretary, following a contentious congressional hearing this past week. The Trump Cabinet official faced bipartisan scrutiny regarding his leadership of federal health agencies, sparking renewed calls for his resignation. Kennedy’s sister, Kerry Kennedy, and his nephew, Joseph P. Kennedy III, issued strong statements Friday, demanding his immediate…

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Health Secretary RFK Jr. Reportedly Set to Link Tylenol to Autism, HHS Dismisses as ‘Speculation’

Health Secretary RFK Jr. Reportedly Set to Link Tylenol to Autism, HHS Dismisses as ‘Speculation’

Health Secretary RFK Jr. Reportedly Set to Link Tylenol to Autism, HHS Dismisses as ‘Speculation’ A recent report from the Wall Street Journal indicates that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is preparing to announce a potential link between Tylenol use during pregnancy and autism in children. This anticipated revelation has immediately drawn a strong response from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which has labeled the report as ‘speculation.’ Adding to the controversy, the manufacturer of Tylenol…

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Health Secretary RFK Jr. Faces Bipartisan Backlash Over Vaccine Research Defunding, Called ‘Charlatan’

Health Secretary RFK Jr. Faces Bipartisan Backlash Over Vaccine Research Defunding, Called ‘Charlatan’

Health Secretary RFK Jr. Faces Bipartisan Backlash Over Vaccine Research Defunding, Called ‘Charlatan’ Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense questioning during a recent Senate Finance Committee hearing, where he was sharply criticized by Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), who labeled him a “charlatan.” The contentious hearing focused on Kennedy’s decision to cancel hundreds of millions in research funding for future mRNA vaccines, a move Cantwell argued severely undermines U.S. pandemic preparedness. Cantwell expressed grave concerns over the defunding, asserting…

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RFK Jr. Under Fire: Fact-Check Reveals Misleading Claims on COVID-19 Vaccine Access Amid New FDA Guidance

RFK Jr. Under Fire: Fact-Check Reveals Misleading Claims on COVID-19 Vaccine Access Amid New FDA Guidance

RFK Jr. Under Fire: Fact-Check Reveals Misleading Claims on COVID-19 Vaccine Access Amid New FDA Guidance U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing intense scrutiny following his September 4 testimony before the Senate Finance Committee, where he controversially stated that “everybody can get” the COVID-19 vaccine. This assertion directly contradicts new guidance issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on August 27, which significantly limits eligibility for the updated shot. During the contentious hearing, senators, including…

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Health Secretary RFK Jr. Denies Pressuring Ousted CDC Director, Labels Claims ‘False’

Health Secretary RFK Jr. Denies Pressuring Ousted CDC Director, Labels Claims ‘False’

Health Secretary RFK Jr. Denies Pressuring Ousted CDC Director, Labels Claims ‘False’ Washington D.C. — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. vehemently denied allegations that he pressured the recently ousted Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Susan Monarez, to preapprove vaccine recommendations from a newly overhauled advisory panel. The accusations, which surfaced in an opinion piece by Monarez in the Wall Street Journal, have ignited a fierce debate over the independence of the CDC…

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RFK Jr. HHS Nomination: Senators Grill Pick on Vaccine Stance, Policy Knowledge Amid Confirmation Hearings

RFK Jr. HHS Nomination: Senators Grill Pick on Vaccine Stance, Policy Knowledge Amid Confirmation Hearings

RFK Jr. HHS Nomination: Senators Grill Pick on Vaccine Stance, Policy Knowledge Amid Confirmation Hearings Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s controversial choice to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), faced intense scrutiny on Thursday during his second day of Senate confirmation hearings. Senators from both sides of the aisle pressed Kennedy on his long history of questioning vaccine safety and his grasp of critical health policy. The central focus of the Senate HELP (Health, Education, Labor,…

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HHS Secretary RFK Jr. Endures Fiery Senate Hearing Over CDC Turmoil and Vaccine Stance

HHS Secretary RFK Jr. Endures Fiery Senate Hearing Over CDC Turmoil and Vaccine Stance

HHS Secretary RFK Jr. Endures Fiery Senate Hearing Over CDC Turmoil and Vaccine Stance Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense scrutiny and sharp criticism from both Democratic and Republican senators during a contentious Senate Finance Committee hearing on Thursday, September 4, 2025. The three-hour hearing focused heavily on Kennedy’s controversial leadership, particularly the recent ouster of top CDC officials and the administration’s evolving vaccine policies. Democrats, including Senators Ron Wyden of Oregon and Maria Cantwell…

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RFK Jr. Faces Intense Senate Scrutiny Over CDC Turmoil and Sweeping Vaccine Policy Changes

RFK Jr. Faces Intense Senate Scrutiny Over CDC Turmoil and Sweeping Vaccine Policy Changes

RFK Jr. Faces Intense Senate Scrutiny Over CDC Turmoil and Sweeping Vaccine Policy Changes Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is currently testifying before the Senate Finance Committee today, September 4, 2025, facing a barrage of questions regarding the significant upheaval at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and his controversial overhaul of federal vaccine policy. The high-stakes hearing follows a week of dramatic events, including Kennedy’s attempt to pressure new CDC Director Susan Monarez…

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Over 1,000 Health Professionals Demand HHS Secretary Kennedy’s Resignation Amidst Vaccine Policies

Over 1,000 Health Professionals Demand HHS Secretary Kennedy’s Resignation Amidst Vaccine Policies

Over 1,000 Health Professionals Demand HHS Secretary Kennedy’s Resignation Amidst Vaccine Policies More than 1,000 current and former Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) workers have issued a scathing letter demanding the resignation of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The letter, published on Wednesday, accuses Kennedy of endangering American lives through his anti-vaccine policies and the spread of inaccurate health information. The collective, identifying itself as ‘Save HHS,’ addressed Congress, attributing the significant turmoil at the Centers for Disease…

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Former CDC Immunizations Chief Resigns, Alarming Public Health Leaders Over RFK Jr.’s HHS Direction

Former CDC Immunizations Chief Resigns, Alarming Public Health Leaders Over RFK Jr.’s HHS Direction

Former CDC Immunizations Chief Resigns, Alarming Public Health Leaders Over RFK Jr.’s HHS Direction Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, the former Director of the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases at the CDC, has resigned in protest, issuing a stark warning about the future of public health under Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Appearing on ABC News’ ‘This Week’ on August 31, 2025, Daskalakis expressed profound concern, stating, ‘I only see harm coming.’ His…

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RFK Jr.’s Past Remarks on Vaccine Injury Compensation Resurface Amidst Political Speculation

RFK Jr.’s Past Remarks on Vaccine Injury Compensation Resurface Amidst Political Speculation

RFK Jr.’s Past Remarks on Vaccine Injury Compensation Resurface Amidst Political Speculation Amidst ongoing public interest in vaccine policy and political discourse, past statements from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. regarding his intent to “fix” the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) have resurfaced. While Kennedy is not currently serving as the Secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), his previous pronouncements on the program highlight potential shifts that could significantly impact the vaccine industry and individuals…

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Sanders Demands RFK Jr.’s Resignation Amid CDC Leadership Crisis

Sanders Demands RFK Jr.’s Resignation Amid CDC Leadership Crisis

Sanders Demands RFK Jr.’s Resignation Amid CDC Leadership Crisis Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) has intensified pressure on Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., demanding his resignation following a tumultuous week at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that saw the agency director ousted and several top officials depart. In a scathing op-ed published Saturday morning, Sanders, the ranking member on the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, accused Secretary Kennedy of a…

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RFK Jr. Halts $500 Million in mRNA Vaccine Research, Sparks Outcry

RFK Jr. Halts $500 Million in mRNA Vaccine Research, Sparks Outcry

RFK Jr. Halts $500 Million in mRNA Vaccine Research, Sparks Outcry In a significant policy shift, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. yesterday announced the immediate cancellation of 22 projects, totaling $500 million, aimed at developing mRNA vaccines for respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, influenza, and H5N1 bird flu. The decision, revealed in a statement and social media video on Tuesday, underscores Kennedy’s long-standing skepticism towards mRNA technology. He stated the department is “prioritizing the development…

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Medical Groups Warn Against RFK Jr.’s Reported Plan to Oust Vital Preventive Services Task Force

Medical Groups Warn Against RFK Jr.’s Reported Plan to Oust Vital Preventive Services Task Force

Medical Groups Warn Against RFK Jr.’s Reported Plan to Oust Vital Preventive Services Task Force Leading medical organizations are sounding alarms over reports that Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is considering dismissing the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), a critical advisory panel of primary care experts. This potential move, initially reported by The Wall Street Journal, has drawn “deep concern” from the American Medical Association (AMA) and over 100 other top medical groups. The controversy…

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RFK Jr.’s Overhauled Vaccine Panel Sparks Immediate Controversy, Alarms Pediatric Experts

RFK Jr.’s Overhauled Vaccine Panel Sparks Immediate Controversy, Alarms Pediatric Experts

RFK Jr.’s Overhauled Vaccine Panel Sparks Immediate Controversy, Alarms Pediatric Experts U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s newly appointed vaccine advisory committee has wasted no time in signaling a radical shift in federal immunization policy, alarming pediatricians and public health advocates. In its inaugural meeting this week, the reshaped Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) announced inquiries into long-settled questions regarding the standard children’s vaccine schedule, sparking immediate backlash. Committee chairman Martin Kulldorff, a handpicked appointee of Kennedy, revealed…

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Public Health Under Scrutiny: RFK Jr.’s New Vaccine Panel Sparks Alarm Among Medical Experts

Public Health Under Scrutiny: RFK Jr.’s New Vaccine Panel Sparks Alarm Among Medical Experts

Public Health Under Scrutiny: RFK Jr.’s New Vaccine Panel Sparks Alarm Among Medical Experts A newly appointed, seven-member vaccine advisory panel, handpicked by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has immediately drawn sharp criticism from pediatricians and public health advocates. During its inaugural meeting this week, the committee announced plans to re-evaluate long-settled scientific questions regarding childhood immunizations, prompting fears of a significant shift in national vaccine policy. Committee Chairman Martin Kulldorff revealed that a work group would examine…

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