Trump’s Vaccine Order Faces NY Pushback | Rochester News

Rochester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 11, 2026 · 1m

President Trump’s new vaccine order sparks a fierce showdown with New York, which stands firm on its science-backed immunization rules. The executive directive pushes to separate combined shots like MMR, challenge religious exemptions, and give parents more control — but critics say it lacks medical justification and could endanger kids. New York’s health commissioner blasts the plan as unscientific and unnecessary, defending the proven safety and effectiveness of current vaccines while reminding everyone: vaccines don’t cause autism, and families already have access to affordable…