US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. replaced all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) with eight new appointees, some known for vaccine skepticism. Kennedy cited conflicts of interest among the previous members and a need to restore public trust. The new appointees include scientists and physicians who, Kennedy claims, are committed to evidence-based medicine. However, critics, including the American College of Physicians, have raised concerns about the selection process's lack of transparency and speed, suggesting it undermines public confidence rather than restoring it.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.