US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order endorsing a plan to halve the number of vaccines currently recommended for children, the Guardian reports.

The order directs health agencies to reassess the current vaccination schedule, reducing “non-core” vaccine recommendations. Medical experts have strongly opposed the move, warning it could leave millions of children unprotected against serious diseases such as measles and polio.

The American Academy of Pediatrics issued a statement saying the current vaccination schedule is backed by decades of scientific research and is one of the most effective tools for protecting children’s health.

Public health experts warn the policy change could negatively impact global vaccination confidence.

According to a report by Ars Technica, the Trump administration reportedly blocked the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) from publishing research findings that demonstrated the benefits of vaccines – a move that has sparked strong concerns in the public health community.

What Happened

The report alleges that FDA researchers completed multiple studies showing positive vaccine outcomes, but these findings were subject to government-level intervention and censorship before publication.

This could prevent the public from accessing complete scientific information about vaccine safety and effectiveness, undermining transparency in public health decision-making.

Academic Response

Public health experts and medical researchers have expressed serious concern. They argue that transparency of scientific data is essential for maintaining public health and trust.

Several experts have called on the administration to stop interfering with the publication of scientific research results and to ensure the public has access to complete, objective health information.

The free flow of scientific information is the foundation of the public health system; any form of censorship harms the public interest.

Source: Ars Technica, compiled report

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn multiple studies that had found Covid and shingles vaccines to be safe. The move has drawn significant attention from the public health community.

The FDA has not provided detailed reasons for the withdrawal, but the decision could impact public confidence in vaccination programs. Health experts urge the public to continue following existing vaccination guidelines until the agency provides a clear explanation.