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Trump Cites Controversial Memo Linking Child Deaths to Covid Vaccine

11/30/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump cites an FDA memo by Dr. Vinay Prasad linking the deaths of at least 10 children to the Covid vaccine.
The memo, obtained by The New York Times, lacks details on ages, health conditions, and vaccine manufacturers.
Critics say the findings lack credibility since they have not been peer-reviewed.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been vocal against Covid vaccines despite scientific consensus on safety.

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U.S. President Donald Trump cites an FDA memo by Dr. Vinay Prasad linking the deaths of at least 10 children to the Covid vaccine.
The memo, obtained by The New York Times, lacks details on ages, health conditions, and vaccine manufacturers.
Critics say the findings lack credibility since they have not been peer-reviewed.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been vocal against Covid vaccines despite scientific consensus on safety.