Title: RFK Jr. Accuses Pennsylvania of Lying About Measles Deaths

**Article:** Republican lawmakers are accusing Pennsylvania health officials of deceiving the public about reported measles deaths in the state. The accusation follows a statement by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who claimed the state’s figures on “so-called” measles deaths are false. Kennedy, a prominent vaccine critic, did not provide evidence to support his claim. Pennsylvania officials have not yet responded publicly. The dispute centers on how the state counts and reports deaths linked to the virus. Measles is a highly contagious disease, but deaths are rare in the U.S. due to widespread vaccination. State health records show a small number of measles-related fatalities in recent years. Republicans argue those numbers are inflated or misclassified. Public health experts say accurate reporting is critical for tracking outbreaks and guiding vaccination campaigns. The controversy comes amid a national rise in measles cases, largely driven by falling immunization rates. Pennsylvania’s health department has previously stressed that its data follows federal reporting standards. No official investigation has been announced. The state legislature may hold hearings on the matter next month.