A recent Rasmussen Reports survey, conducted between May 22 and 25–26, 2025, has revealed a significant shift in American public opinion regarding the safety of Covid-19 vaccines. The survey, which sampled 1,216 U.S. adults through national telephone and online interviews, found that 51% of respondents believe it is likely that Covid-19 vaccines have caused myocarditis or pericarditis in many recipients. This figure includes 69% of Republicans, 49% of independents, and 39% of Democrats, indicating a broad cross-section of concern across political lines. With a margin of sampling error of ±3 percentage points and a 95% confidence level, these results suggest a growing scepticism about vaccine safety among Americans.
The survey's findings come in the wake of impactful testimony by Dr. Peter McCullough during a Senate hearing led by Senator Ron Johnson. Dr. McCullough, a prominent cardiologist, stated under oath that Covid-19 vaccines can cause fatal outcomes, including through myocarditis, a condition involving inflammation of the heart muscle. He referenced a peer-reviewed autopsy study published by the McCullough Foundation, which concluded that 73.9% of deaths following Covid-19 vaccination were directly attributable to the vaccine, with 7.1% of these linked specifically to fatal myocarditis. This testimony, coupled with the FDA's subsequent expansion of warnings about myocarditis and pericarditis risks for mRNA vaccines, appears to have amplified public awareness and concern.
The McCullough Foundation has published four peer-reviewed studies highlighting the cardiotoxic effects of mRNA Covid-19 vaccines. These studies provide evidence that the vaccines can cause irreversible heart scarring, which may lead to sudden cardiac arrest months or even years after vaccination. Key findings include:
Autopsy Findings: A systematic review of autopsy data showed that a significant proportion of post-vaccination deaths were linked to vaccine-induced injuries, with myocarditis being a notable cause.
Excess Cardiopulmonary Arrest: A study in King County, Washington, found increased rates of cardiopulmonary arrest and mortality following widespread Covid-19 vaccination.
Risk Stratification: Research indicates that vaccine-related myocarditis poses a long-term risk of fatal arrhythmias, particularly in younger individuals.
Epidemiology and Outcomes: A comprehensive study comparing myocarditis from SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccination highlighted the distinct risks posed by mRNA vaccines, particularly in adolescent and young adult males.
These studies challenge the narrative that vaccine-induced myocarditis is mild and transient, emphasising the potential for long-term cardiovascular damage.
The Rasmussen survey reflects a broader trend of declining trust in public health institutions, fuelled by concerns over transparency and the handling of vaccine safety data. The FDA's acknowledgment of myocarditis and pericarditis as rare but serious side effects, primarily observed in young males after the second mRNA dose, has not fully assuaged public fears. Posts on platforms like X, including those from epidemiologist Nicolas Hulscher and Dr. McCullough, underscore the growing sentiment that these risks have been downplayed. For instance, Hulscher has called for the withdrawal of mRNA vaccines, citing their cardiotoxic effects, while McCullough has noted a significant increase in myocarditis cases in his clinical practice post-vaccine rollout compared to his pre-Covid experience.
The survey also aligns with earlier polls, such as a 2022 Rasmussen Report indicating that 49% of Americans believed vaccine side effects were linked to unexplained deaths, with 28% personally knowing someone they suspected died from vaccine complications. This growing awareness, coupled with high-profile incidents like the collapse of athletes and public figures, has intensified scrutiny of the vaccines' safety profile.
The McCullough Foundation continues to advocate for transparency and accountability, urging further investigation into vaccine-related harms. Their work, funded by individual donations, emphasises the need for independent research free from institutional bias. As the FDA and CDC continue to recommend mRNA boosters, the Foundation's findings and the Rasmussen survey highlight a disconnect between public health messaging and public perception. The persistence of a U.S. mortality crisis, as noted in related insurance data analyses, further fuels speculation that mass vaccination may be contributing to excess deaths.
In conclusion, the Rasmussen survey of May 2025 marks a pivotal moment in the evolving discourse around Covid-19 vaccines. With over half of Americans now suspecting a link between the vaccines and heart damage, and bolstered by scientific studies and high-profile testimonies, the call for rigorous investigation and policy reassessment grows louder.
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