A Justice Department lawyer argued in court that Health Secretary RFK Jr. has 'unreviewable' authority over vaccine policies, allowing him to make radical changes like firing CDC vaccine advisors and reducing childhood vaccination recommendations. Medical groups are suing to block these policies, claiming they endanger public health. The judge expressed skepticism about the claim of unlimited authority.
Background
RFK Jr. was appointed as Health Secretary in this hypothetical scenario and has implemented controversial anti-vaccine policies, including firing CDC experts and reducing recommended vaccinations. Medical groups are challenging these actions in court.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Mar 6, 2026 at 05:29 AM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10