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Kennedy Critiques Gavi, Sparks Vaccine Safety Concerns Worldwide

6/29/2025

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At a global vaccine summit, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. launched a scathing critique of Gavi, claiming it neglects vaccine safety and colludes with social media to silence opposition. His comments signal a troubling shift in U.S. foreign policy on vaccination, raising concerns for the health of millions of children worldwide as his anti-vaccine rhetoric gains traction.

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At a global vaccine summit, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. launched a scathing critique of Gavi, claiming it neglects vaccine safety and colludes with social media to silence opposition. His comments signal a troubling shift in U.S. foreign policy on vaccination, raising concerns for the health of millions of children worldwide as his anti-vaccine rhetoric gains traction.