Name: RFK Jr. Focusing a 'Magnifying Glass' on Autism as Cases Continue to Rise: Expert
Uploaded: 2025-04-30T14:31:55.000Z
Description: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says autism is an epidemic that’s being driven by environmental toxins. He’s promised to study the causes, with results forecast for September.

Cary Dunst is the news anchor for NTD Evening News. He is also the co-host of NTD Good Morning.


Cary Dunst

NTD Plus

News

We present news that is truthful and based on facts, outside of the political fog. Instead of focusing on the negative things happening around us, our mission is to give our viewers a good morning with empathetic and uplifting stories. Our aim is to provide an antidote to negativity by shining a light on the best side of people. We speak to inspiring people who positively impact communities, pursue topics that represent our common human values, and will never miss an opportunity to bring you heartwarming stories.

NTD Good Morning

Trump Has ‘Come to the End of His Rope’ on an Iran Deal: Analyst

Stefania Cox is an NTD News anchor and national correspondent based at the network's global headquarters in New York City. Stefania anchors "NTD Newsroom," and co-anchors "NTD News Today" weekdays at 10:00 am ET.

Stefania Cox

Significant That US, Five Eyes Allies Issue Joint Statement Warning China-Espionage for First Time: Taylor Hathorn

Nikou Bani

Princeton Commemorates 37 Years Since Tiananmen Square Massacre

NTD Newsroom comprises teams of reporters, editors, and producers assigned to cover breaking news and other stories.


NTD Newsroom

Migrant Boat With 240 People Intercepted at Sea

4 Senate Republicans Join Democrats to Defeat the SAVE Act

Zelenskyy Invites Putin for Face-to-Face Talks to End War

US News

Politics

Congress

Senate Passes $70 Billion Bill With New Funds for ICE, Border Patrol

Kimberly Hayek is a reporter for The Epoch Times. She covers California news and has worked as an editor and on scene at the U.S.-Mexico border during the 2019 migrant caravan crisis.

Kimberly Hayek

Daniel Monaghan is a reporter for NTD News covering culture, social issues, and education. He holds a BA in Political Science and Government.

Daniel Monaghan

World News

Americas

US Imposes Sanctions on Cuban Leader

Spencer Pratt ‘Has the Wind at His Back’ for LA Mayoral Primary: Democratic Strategist

'Willing to Kill on Industrial Scale’: Tiananmen Massacre Anniversary Illustrates CCP's Nature, Says Author

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (June 5)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (June 4)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (June 3)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (June 2)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (June 1)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (May 29)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (May 28)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (May 27)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (May 26)

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (May 25)

The Associated Press is an American not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. 

The Associated Press

State News

California

More Than 17,000 Under Evacuation Orders as Southern California Wildfire Threatens Homes

Rudy Blalock is a Southern California-based daily news reporter for NTD. Originally from Michigan, he moved to California in 2017 and the sunshine and ocean have kept him here since. In his free time, he may be found underwater scuba diving, on top of a mountain hiking or snowboarding, or at home meditating—which helps fuel his active lifestyle.

Rudy Blalock

40,000 Ordered to Evacuate as Chemical Tank Leaks, Threatens Explosion in California

Video of US Fighter Jet Shooting Down UFO Over Lake Huron Emerges in New Pentagon Files

Mary Man is a writer for NTD. She has traveled around the world covering China, international news, and arts and culture.

Mary Man

China News

Epoch Times Obtains Over 2,000 Unseen Tiananmen Square Photos on 37th Anniversary of the June 4th Massacre

Ryan Morgan is a reporter for The Epoch Times focusing on military and foreign affairs. He was previously a news writer for NTD. 


Ryan Morgan

Mari Otsu is NTD's White House correspondent based in Washington. 

Mari Otsu

Middle East

Iran

3 US Warships Fend Off Iranian Attacks, Trump Says Ceasefire Still Holds

News you can trust from the U.S. and around the world. Critical information and insight. We cover the stories that others don’t. NTD News Today airs Monday–Friday at 11 a.m. ET.

NTD News Today

US Government Sues Chick-fil-A Over Religious Rights

Sports News

Kyle Busch, Two-Time NASCAR Champion, Dies at 41

Haika Mrema

Medical Plane Crash in New Mexico Mountains Kills 4, Sparks Wildfire

California Mayor Resigns, Will Plead Guilty to Acting as Chinese Agent

Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.

Jill McLaughlin

Scott Pelley Fired by ’60 Minutes’ After Clash With Management

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says autism is an epidemic that’s being driven by environmental toxins. He’s promised to study the causes, with results forecast for September.

Board-certified psychiatrist and assistant professor at Columbia University, Dr. Mena Mirhom, joined NTD to discuss the study.

Latest

Videos

04_Top Stories

Latest Clips

Management

Kevin Hogan is an NTD News data reporter and national correspondent based at the network's global headquarters in New York City. Kevin covers breaking news, as well as U.S. and global current events. He conveys the news through data visualizations and investigates pressing issues.

Kevin Hogan

Health News

Latest and breaking news, documentaries, movies, and lifestyle content on NTD+.
 
Empower your knowledge and elevate your spirit with NTD+, your go-to destination for truthful news, insightful documentaries, and captivating lifestyle content that enriches your life.

RFK Jr. Focusing a 'Magnifying Glass' on Autism as Cases Continue to Rise: Expert

HHS Should Remove COVID Vaccine From Circulation: Dr. James Thorp

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (APR. 29)

Questions on Vehicle Access, Route Security After Vancouver Car Attack: Analyst

Car Industry 'Far From Actual Autonomous Driving,' Eased Regulations Benefit US: Automotive Journalist

Affordability of Renting vs. Buying

Military, Economic, Political Ripple Effects Could Stem From Blast at Iranian Port: Analyst

NTD Good Morning Full Broadcast (April 28)

Persecuted for Being Capitalists: Chinese Immigrant Exposes Brutality of China's Communist Regime

Tesla Revenue Drop Due to 'Political Backlash' Against Musk's DOGE Successes: Analyst

EU's Von Der Leyen Hopeful of Trump Talks at Pope’s Funeral