Trump to Announce Autism-Tylenol Link Today Amid Urgent Caution
BREAKING: U.S. President Donald Trump is set to announce a controversial link between Tylenol use during pregnancy and autism risk at a press conference today at 4:00 PM local time (2000 GMT). This announcement comes despite widespread scientific caution regarding the validity of such claims.
The expected announcement is part of an initiative spearheaded by Trump’s health chief, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has a history of promoting discredited theories linking vaccines to autism. Trump characterized the upcoming news as “one of the most important news conferences I’ll ever have,” as he addressed a large crowd at a memorial for right-wing activist Charlie Kirk.
Critics are already voicing concerns over this impending declaration. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has long identified Tylenol as one of the safest pain relief options during pregnancy. Experts caution that while there may be emerging studies suggesting a link between acetaminophen exposure and autism, these findings are far from conclusive.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt urged reporters to reserve judgment until the details are revealed, stating, “everyone in this room needs to tone down the judgment before you even hear what people are going to say.”
Reports indicate that the announcement may also explore a potential treatment for autism involving the drug leucovorin, which has shown some promise in preliminary trials but requires extensive further research.
A recent literature review raised questions about a possible connection between Tylenol and autism; however, it emphasized that pregnant individuals should not discontinue medications without consulting their healthcare providers. David Mandell, a psychiatric epidemiologist at the University of Pennsylvania, highlighted that the risks of taking Tylenol during pregnancy are likely lower than those associated with untreated infections.
The Coalition of Autism Scientists has condemned the administration’s focus on this topic, labeling it “highly irresponsible” and warning that it could lead to unnecessary fear and confusion among expectant parents.
As the clock ticks down to the announcement, the scientific community is urging caution and thorough investigation into the complexities of autism’s causes, which are believed to be predominantly genetic.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on this urgent developing story.
