How a Supreme Court win for public health bolstered RFK Jr. and threatens no-cost vaccines
Los Angeles TimesFriday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00:00 AM
The Supreme Court sided with the government in a Texas lawsuit challenging the requirement for insurers to cover certain drugs and vaccines at no cost. While this upholds public health protections, it also gives a political boost to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vocal critic of vaccine mandates, by reinforcing his argument that federal health policies are overreaching. The ruling could indirectly threaten access to free vaccines if it fuels further legal or political challenges.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a dry legal win—it’s a double-edged sword. On one hand, it preserves no-cost access to essential meds and vaccines, which is huge for public health. On the other, it hands RFK Jr. a talking point that could energize anti-vaccine movements. The ripple effects might shape both policy debates and public trust in healthcare down the line.
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