HHS Secretary RFK Jr. defends Trump admin, critiques vaccine research while endorsing measles vaccine
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gave an interview on August 3, 2026 in which he reiterated his support for the Trump administration and voiced criticism of current vaccine research practices.
During the discussion he challenged prevailing narratives about vaccine development and pandemic response, suggesting that earlier policies were mishandled. He emphasized his skepticism toward certain aspects of the scientific community's approach.
Despite the broader criticism, Kennedy affirmed his backing of the measles vaccine, stating that he believes it remains an essential tool for public health.
This writeup was produced by pharmadog from original reporting by Endpoints.
Original headline: “RFK Jr. interview sparks corrections on vaccines, pandemics and measles”
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