NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 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 President-elect Donald Trump intends for him to investigate potential connections between vaccines and autism. This follows reports from the Wall Street Journal regarding Kennedy's potential role in examining vaccine safety data.
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The statement signals a potential shift in federal public health oversight and research priorities regarding vaccine safety protocols under the incoming 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 claim follows a Wall Street Journal report regarding Trump's intent to have Kennedy probe vaccine-autism links.
Who's Mentioned
personDonald Trump“President-elect reported to be initiating the investigation.”personRobert F. Kennedy Jr.“Interviewee who confirmed the potential investigation.”organizationCNN“Media outlet conducting the interview.”personDana Bash“CNN interviewer.”organizationWall Street Journal“Publication that initially reported on the potential investigation.”