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Lawmakers Criticize Kennedy for Vaccine Misinformation Impact

4/22/2026

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced House committee criticism over vaccine misinformation.
Lawmakers cited his role in the resurgence of measles in the United States and questioned his stance.
Rep. Kim Schrier urged Kennedy to encourage newborn vitamin K shots, linking rhetoric to risky parental decisions.
Rep. Debbie Dingell said families avoid vaccinations due to government mistrust, worsened by Kennedy's statements.

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced House committee criticism over vaccine misinformation.
Lawmakers cited his role in the resurgence of measles in the United States and questioned his stance.
Rep. Kim Schrier urged Kennedy to encourage newborn vitamin K shots, linking rhetoric to risky parental decisions.
Rep. Debbie Dingell said families avoid vaccinations due to government mistrust, worsened by Kennedy's statements.