Vaccine Scientist Quits CDC Panel in Public Standoff

Robert Malone, a prominent vaccine skeptic aligned with RFK Jr., abruptly resigned from a CDC vaccine advisory panel this week after clashing with a Department of Health and Human Services spokesperson.

Malone said the HHS official \”trashed\” him during panel discussions, calling it \”the last straw.\” He didn’t elaborate on the specific comments but made clear the conflict had become untenable. The resignation marks another public fracture within vaccine policy circles as the administration navigates competing voices on immunization strategy.

Malone has been a vocal critic of mRNA vaccines and has faced pushback from the scientific community over his claims about vaccine safety. His presence on the CDC panel had already drawn scrutiny from public health experts concerned about the appointment.

The panel advises on vaccine recommendations and safety monitoring. Malone’s departure leaves an open seat as the CDC continues work on vaccination guidance.