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In a surprising move, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., selected by Donald Trump to lead health agencies, formally urged the FDA to revoke the authorization of all COVID-19 vaccines in May 2021, just six months after their rollout during a period marked by high mortality rates in the U.S. At this time, half of American adults were already vaccinated, and schools and places of worship were reopening amid the ongoing fight against the virus.
Kennedy's petition, presented on behalf of his nonprofit, Children’s Health Defense, claimed that the risks associated with the vaccines were greater than their benefits and pointed to alternative treatments such as ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine. Despite Kennedy's assertions, public health authorities widely recognized these alternatives as ineffective against COVID-19. His petition garnered little attention initially and was swiftly denied by the FDA.
Leading health experts expressed disbelief at Kennedy's actions. Dr. Robert Califf, commissioner of the FDA, labeled the petition a "massive error," while experts like Professor John Moore called it an "appalling error of judgment." The underlying criticism stems from Kennedy's long-standing skepticism regarding vaccine safety and effectiveness, which he controversially tied to unfounded theories about vaccines and autism.
If confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services, Kennedy would oversee a department crucial for public health, including regulations on food, pharmaceuticals, and vaccination programs, raising concerns over potential impacts on national health policy.
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