GOP Senator Endorses Book Pushing Bleach-Like Chemical as Autism Treatment

GOP Senator Endorses Book Pushing Bleach-Like Chemical as Autism Treatment

Kathryn Wilkens Dec 12th, 2025, 2:25 pm

Sen. Ron Johnson speaks on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

On Thursday, ProPublica reported that Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) is endorsing a forthcoming book that promotes chlorine dioxide — a chemical commonly used for disinfecting and bleaching — as a treatment for autism and a range of other serious illnesses.

According to the report , Johnson praised the book, calling it “a gripping tale of corruption and courage that will open eyes and prompt serious questions.” His quote is set to be markedly featured on the jacket of .

The book in question is written by Dr. Pierre Kory , a former critical care specialist who