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NewsSuncoast SearchlightAugust 28, 2026Manatee

CDC attributes measles outbreaks to vaccination gaps, refuting claims of immigration link

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies vaccination gaps as the cause of recent measles outbreaks, contradicting claims made by Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds that link the outbreaks to illegal immigration.

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Why It Matters

This clarification addresses the public health cause of measles transmission, distinguishing between vaccination coverage and immigration status as factors in disease control.

Key Facts

  • The CDC states that recent measles outbreaks are caused by vaccination gaps.
  • The CDC explicitly refutes the claim that measles outbreaks are caused by illegal immigration.
  • Byron Donalds claimed on CBS' 'Face the Nation' on Aug. 23 that measles outbreaks are linked to illegal immigration.

Who's Mentioned

organizationCommunity News Collaborative, Inc.“The nonprofit corporation behind Suncoast Searchlight.”otherFace the Nation“The CBS news program where the claims were made.”personByron Donalds“Florida GOP gubernatorial candidate who claimed immigration caused the outbreaks”organizationCenters for Disease Control and Prevention“The federal agency providing data on measles outbreaks.”organizationSuncoast Searchlight“The publisher of the fact check.”