Recently, a video surfaced on social media showing a phone call between former President Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., where Trump appeared to endorse false theories about vaccine safety. The video, posted by Kennedy's son, Bobby Kennedy III, has since been deleted.
In the video, Trump can be heard discussing vaccine doses for children and suggesting that high volumes of vaccines may cause changes in babies. He also expressed skepticism towards public health professionals who advocate for the safety and effectiveness of the recommended immunization schedule for children.
Following the release of the video, Kennedy Jr. apologized to Trump for its dissemination. The two had met in person in Milwaukee the day before the video was posted.
It's worth noting that Kennedy Jr. has a history of making false claims about vaccine safety and efficacy. He has criticized Trump for his handling of public health restrictions during the Covid-19 pandemic and his efforts to accelerate the development of a Covid vaccine.
In response to the video, President Joe Biden's campaign issued a statement condemning Trump and Kennedy for spreading dangerous conspiracy theories that could jeopardize the health care of millions of people. The campaign emphasized the importance of trusting reliable health information and expressed concerns about the potential impact on American families if such misinformation were to gain traction.
The leaked footage has raised questions about Trump's credibility in safeguarding public health and has sparked debates about the dissemination of misinformation in the current political landscape.
