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RFK Jr. Endorses Measles Vaccine Despite False Claims

Updated 2026-08-03 15:25 UTC 1 source Negative

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. endorsed the measles vaccine during a CNN interview, despite making false and debunked claims about other vaccines. His comments sparked controversy over the credibility of public health officials.

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Sunday endorsed the measles vaccine while also pushing a string of false and debunked assertions about other vaccines, RSV and the ongoing measles outbreaks. When pressed by host Dana Bash during a contentious appearance on CNN's "State of
2026-08-03 14:29 UTC
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