U.S. Halts Funding to Gavi Over Alleged Science Ignorance and Eroded Public Trust

In a bold move underscoring growing skepticism toward global health institutions, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the United States is withdrawing its financial support from the vaccine alliance Gavi, accusing the organization of disregarding scientific evidence and losing the confidence of the American public.The announcement came via video message at a high-profile Gavi meeting in Brussels, where officials sought $9 billion for vaccine efforts over the next five years. The U.S., historically a major backer pledging $1 billion through 2030, made clear it will no longer contribute until Gavi reforms its approach.Challenging Established Paradigms in Vaccine PolicyKennedy...