April 9, 2026

Trump administration updates vaccine advisory panel rules

The revised ACIP charter allows for broader membership, including those knowledgeable about vaccine injuries, potentially circumventing a federal judge's order that halted previous changes.
Health experts criticize the new charter for prioritizing vaccine safety over efficacy, raising concerns about the qualifications of committee members.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and other organizations are closely monitoring these changes, which they argue could undermine public trust in vaccines.