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    RFK Jr. repeats false claim that MMR vaccine contains fetal tissue

    NCIJ NETWNCIJ NETWORKBy NCIJ NETWNCIJ NETWORKAugust 31, 2026 Fact Check No Comments3 Mins Read
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