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Surgeon on Trial for Vaccine Sabotage and Fraud

7/8/2025

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Kirk Moore, a Utah plastic surgeon, stands trial for allegedly sabotaging COVID-19 vaccine doses and creating fake vaccination cards. Outside the courthouse, supporters protested against vaccine mandates, fueling the heated public debate. Moore's indictment also implicates two employees, accused of giving saline injections to children. The trial commenced on July 7, 2025, capturing widespread attention.

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Story summary

Kirk Moore, a Utah plastic surgeon, stands trial for allegedly sabotaging COVID-19 vaccine doses and creating fake vaccination cards. Outside the courthouse, supporters protested against vaccine mandates, fueling the heated public debate. Moore's indictment also implicates two employees, accused of giving saline injections to children. The trial commenced on July 7, 2025, capturing widespread attention.