In the wake of two confirmed measles deaths in Pennsylvania, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has ramped up his anti-vaccine rhetoric, posting on social media about the tragic deaths of unvaccinated individuals.

The measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, which has now reached nearly 400 confirmed cases, is the backdrop for Kennedy's renewed push against the MMR vaccine. In his personal X account, he linked to a conspiracy site run by his ally Del Bigtree and even went as far as attacking Governor Josh Shapiro for his stance on vaccinations.

Wednesday brought even more concerning news as it was revealed that one of the victims was a newborn baby. In a swift move, Kennedy lashed out at the governor, suggesting that the deaths might be fabricated by one of his opponents.

In a bizarre twist, Kennedy’s posts come as the US reports nearly 2,800 measles cases this year, the highest total since 1991. These figures starkly highlight the dangers of ignoring science and the crucial role vaccination plays in public health.