Kennedy, Jr. announced eight new members, including a physician criticized for spreading COVID-19 misinformation and conspiracy theories. Vaccine experts warned Kennedy's abrupt termination of the entire committee on June 9 would create public distrust around the government's role in promoting public health.

Robert Malone, who believes the U.S. government has “reality-bending information-control capabilities,” will guide the future of American medical care.

Some of the panel's new members are anti-vaccine or clearly focus their attention on adverse reactions to vaccines.