The co-chair of the Trump-Vance transition team recently endorsed vaccine conspiracy theories promoted by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. During a conversation with a source, the co-chair suggested that Kennedy would be provided with federal data to assess vaccine safety if former President Donald Trump is re-elected.
The co-chair clarified that Kennedy would not be given a job at the Department of Health and Human Services, contrary to claims made by the activist earlier. Additionally, the co-chair mentioned that tech entrepreneur Elon Musk would offer assistance rather than serve in the government if Trump wins.
Despite the endorsement of conspiracy theories, vaccines approved for use in the US have been proven safe and effective, with continuous monitoring for risks and side effects. The co-chair also propagated debunked theories linking vaccines to autism, a claim refuted by scientific consensus.
Following criticism, the co-chair emphasized trust in medical advice and vaccination for his family while advocating for transparency in data sharing. As a key figure in Trump's transition team, the co-chair plays a significant role in candidate selection for potential positions in a second Trump administration.
Meanwhile, Kennedy asserted that Trump had promised him control over public health agencies in a potential second term, including the Department of Health and Human Services, CDC, FDA, NIH, and USDA. Trump had previously expressed willingness to appoint Kennedy to a role in his administration.
Kennedy, a vocal proponent of anti-vaccine theories, has been actively campaigning for Trump in battleground states. The co-chair also mentioned Musk's potential involvement in government-related software development, highlighting a collaborative effort to support government initiatives.
