The Vaccination Divide: Trump's Executive Order and the Politics of Science The executive order signed by President Donald Trump reducing the recommended number of vaccinations for children from 18 to 11 has sparked a heated debate about the role of politics in shaping public health policy.
On its surface, the move appears to align with World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, but it reveals a more complex web of motivations and consequences upon closer inspection.
At the heart of Trump's decision is his long standing skepticism towards vaccines, fueled by unfounded claims that they are linked to autism and other health issues.