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Experts Condemn Kennedy's Misleading Autism Claims on Circumcision

10/17/2025

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed at a cabinet meeting that circumcision could double autism rates due to acetaminophen use.
He cited studies criticized for small sample sizes and lacking robust evidence, a point pressed by experts.
Experts say Kennedy's statements mislead parents and undermine public health, noting his cherry-picked studies and advocacy of chelation therapy.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed at a cabinet meeting that circumcision could double autism rates due to acetaminophen use.
He cited studies criticized for small sample sizes and lacking robust evidence, a point pressed by experts.
Experts say Kennedy's statements mislead parents and undermine public health, noting his cherry-picked studies and advocacy of chelation therapy.