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Experts Dispute Cruz Claim of 82% Miscarriage Risk

8/15/2026

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  • Senator Ted Cruz claimed Dr. Anthony Fauci and Pfizer knew an 82% miscarriage risk from COVID-19 vaccines.
  • Experts and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine said the claim is false, noting CDC data on 2,456 vaccinated pregnant women show a 14% miscarriage rate within the 11%-22% range.
  • The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists recommends COVID-19 vaccines for pregnant or lactating people.
  • Fox Business corrected Cruz’s claim after outlets spread it.