Summary
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. believes vaccines and other factors might cause autism, and his views are drawing attention from some voters who feel let down by medical professionals. This could influence voter turnout for Republican candidates in the upcoming midterm elections. However, his statements face criticism from experts and autism advocates.
Key Facts
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. believes vaccines or Tylenol may cause autism.
- Kennedy's allies think his views will help draw voters in the midterm elections.
- Kennedy's claims face criticism for being misleading and harmful.
- Kennedy’s health department later retracted his statement about Tylenol and autism.
- Some people with autism and experts disapprove of treating autism as a disease.
- The Kennedy-aligned group is promoting alternative health approaches.
- A recent poll showed a drop in Kennedy’s approval ratings.
- 57% of voters lack confidence in Kennedy's medical information sources.
