health
March 2, 2026
As measles spreads in South Carolina, RFK Jr’s allies work to gut vaccine laws
Activists who dispute safety of vaccines are pushing to limit immunization requirements in schools
TL;DR
- Groups linked to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are lobbying against vaccine mandates in over 20 U.S. states.
- This campaign coincides with a significant rise in measles cases across the country.
- Doctors warn that weakening or eliminating vaccine mandates will lead to lower vaccination rates, more outbreaks, and increased illness and death.
- Activists argue that vaccine mandates violate personal freedom and often use misinformation to support their claims.
- School immunization requirements are considered crucial for maintaining herd immunity and preventing the spread of diseases like measles and pertussis.
- The Medical Freedom Act Coalition, formed by 15 organizations including those affiliated with Kennedy, is advocating for legislation to prohibit medical mandates.
- Despite warnings from health officials, some groups continue to dispute the severity of measles and the safety of vaccines.
- The U.S. is experiencing its worst measles outbreak in decades, with over 1,100 cases reported so far in 2026.
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