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Polls Turn Against RFK Jr. as His Vaccine Overhaul Rewrites U.S. Guidance

New surveys show weak trust in his vaccine information.

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 04: Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. appears before the Senate Finance Committee at the Dirksen Senate Office Building on September 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. The committee met to hear testimony on President Trump's 2026 health care agenda. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., prepares for a television interview outside the West Wing of the White House, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Overview

  • An updated Washington Post–Ipsos survey finds 55% disapprove and 42% approve of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s performance as HHS secretary.
  • Party splits are stark, with Democrats overwhelmingly negative and Republicans largely supportive, while independents disapprove by wide margins.
  • This week, the Kennedy-reconstituted ACIP voted to stop recommending the combined MMRV shot for children under age 4 and to require provider consultation for Covid-19 vaccination.
  • Confidence in Kennedy as a source on vaccines is low, with a July KFF poll showing 63% of Americans having not much or no confidence.
  • Criticism of his broader agenda continues, including a $500 million cut to future mRNA projects and turmoil at the CDC marked by Director Susan Monarez’s departure.