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Measles Deaths Spark Political Fight Over RFK Jr.

Pennsylvania measles deaths became politically contentious, with disagreement over the virus's role in a child's death.

Photo: The Atlantic

WHAT'S CONFIRMED

▸Pennsylvania reported two measles-related deaths this week, sparking political debate. — NPR Politics, Washington Post
▸The dispute involves disagreement about whether measles played a role in a newborn's death. — Washington Post, The Atlantic

NOT REPORTED ELSEWHERE

▸A pathologist who examined a newborn did not believe measles played a role in the death. — Washington Post

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