HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed the reasons behind his decision to remove the CDC vaccine chief during an appearance on Fox News. He claimed the former official blocked access to vaccine safety data for seven months and diverted funds intended for Texas to address a measles outbreak.

Kennedy described the individual as a “traitor” who obstructed critical information, stating, “For seven months, he stonewalled us so that we could not get that data.” He criticized the VAERS system, which tracks vaccine injuries, calling it “malpractice” for capturing less than 1% of reported incidents.

The former CDC vaccine chief, Demetre Daskalakis, faced scrutiny over his role in public health policies, including mask mandates and school closures. Kennedy emphasized the need for “new blood” at the agency, accusing the “old guard” of corruption.

Daskalakis, who previously defended himself against allegations linking him to satanic symbolism and LGBTQ+ advocacy, was cited as a target of political attacks. Texas Senator Ted Cruz shared photos of Daskalakis on social media, questioning his suitability for medical decision-making.

Kennedy’s remarks focused on transparency and accountability, with no mention of unrelated topics such as stem cell therapies or commercial products. The article concludes with a call for public health reform and renewed oversight of federal agencies.