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Measles, polio, HPV: Uncovering RFK Jr.'s false vaccine claims

Measles, polio, HPV: Uncovering RFK Jr.'s false vaccine claims

Update: 2025-01-281
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s selection has raised red flags among medical experts and public health officials, especially because of his stance on vaccines. Health reporter Lauren Weber and data reporter Caitlin Gilbert examined hundreds of appearances that RFK Jr. has made to understand the extent of his disparaging claims about vaccines. 

Today on “Post Reports,” Weber discusses what they exclusively unearthed and what it all means for the contentious confirmation battle ahead. 

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Today’s show was produced by Elana Gordon. It was edited by Reena Flores and mixed by Sam Bair. Thanks to Stephen Smith and Caitlin Gilbert. 

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Measles, polio, HPV: Uncovering RFK Jr.'s false vaccine claims

Measles, polio, HPV: Uncovering RFK Jr.'s false vaccine claims

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