The Brief The Texas Attorney General’s Office says it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics. State prosecutors say they are concerned that AAP "may be promoting and recommending childhood vaccines for financial gain." The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines. What we know:According to state prosecutors, the investigation stems around concerns that AAP recommendations may be for financial gain. If the American Academy of Pediatrics is giving medical guidance that is fueled by financial incentives, we will expose and put an end to this unlawful behavior."