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RFK Jr.'s quiet hunt for autism culprits stalls as Trump orders baseless changes to childhood shots
August 17, 2026 / 5:00 AM EDT / KFF Health News
TL;DR
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been actively seeking the causes of autism.
- His investigative efforts have faced considerable challenges.
- Former President Donald Trump directed changes to childhood vaccination schedules.
- These changes were reportedly based on baseless claims.
- The presidential intervention has stalled ongoing research related to autism.
- Concerns have been raised regarding the impact on public health initiatives.