RFK Jr. Blames Immigrants for Measles Outbreaks, Sparking Vaccination Debate

At a House hearing on the 2027 HHS budget, RFK Jr. blamed immigrants for measles outbreaks, a claim critics say deflects responsibility from vaccine misinformation and domestic vaccine hesitancy; public health experts warn outbreaks are linked to suboptimal vaccination rates and waning immunity, with the U.S. measles elimination status at risk as vaccination fell to 92.5% in 2024-25 (below the 95% target).