NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 3, 2026Hillsborough
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. states Donald Trump intends to investigate potential links between vaccines and autism
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed in a CNN interview that Donald Trump intends for him to investigate potential connections between vaccines and autism. This statement follows reports from the Wall Street Journal regarding the scope of Kennedy's potential role in a future administration.
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The statement signals a potential shift in federal public health priorities and research focus regarding vaccine safety and autism under a prospective Trump administration.
Key Facts
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated that Donald Trump 'certainly' wants him to investigate a link between vaccines and autism.
- The statement was made during an interview on CNN's 'State of the Union' program.
- The interview was conducted by Dana Bash.
- The confirmation follows a report by the Wall Street Journal regarding Trump's intentions for Kennedy to probe the vaccine-autism link.
Who's Mentioned
personDonald Trump“President-elect reported to have requested the investigation.”personRobert F. Kennedy Jr.“Interviewee who confirmed the investigation plans.”organizationCNN“Media outlet hosting the interview.”personDana Bash“CNN interviewer who posed the question.”organizationWall Street Journal“News outlet that originally reported on the potential investigation.”