Trump appoints RFK Jr. as HHS head sparking vaccine safety memes on social media
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy is known for questioning vaccine safety, including COVID-19 and childhood vaccines. Following the announcement, social media saw a surge in memes referencing polio and measles, reflecting concerns about Kennedy's views on vaccination. He has previously encouraged parents to resist CDC vaccination guidelines. Kennedy claims he is not "anti-vaccine" and does not intend to remove vaccines from the market. He advocates for informed choice and transparency regarding vaccine safety and efficacy.