Biden Praises Trump Administration's Development of COVID-19 Vaccines
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Biden Praises Trump Administration's Development of COVID-19 Vaccines
On December 21, President Joe Biden gave credit to the Trump administration for its development of the Covid-19 vaccine.
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CNN reports that Biden found common ground with his predecessor over their support for Covid booster shots.
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"I got my booster shot as soon as they were available," Biden said during a speech from the White House about his administration's efforts to address the Omicron variant of Covid-19, adding, "and just the other day former President Trump announced he had gotten his booster shot.".
"It may be one of the few things he and I agree on," Biden continued.
"People with booster shots are highly protected.
Join them.
Join us.".
Recent data published by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that unvaccinated people are 10 times more likely to test positive and 20 times more likely to die of Covid.
While speaking on December 21,
Biden praised Trump's administration for
developing the vaccine early on in the pandemic.
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Let me be clear.
Thanks to the prior administration and our scientific community, America was one of the first countries to get the vaccine, President Joe Biden, via CNN.
Let me be clear.
Thanks to the prior administration and our scientific community, America was one of the first countries to get the vaccine, President Joe Biden, via CNN.
Thanks to my administration and the hard work of Americans, we led a roll out, made America among the world leaders in getting shots in arms, President Joe Biden, via CNN
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US Would Respond 'Militarily'
If China Attacked Taiwan, , Biden Says.
President Joe Biden made the remarks while in Tokyo on May 23 during a news conference.
Biden was asked if he was "willing to get involved militarily to defend Taiwan if it comes to that?".
Yes. That’s the commitment
we made, President Joe Biden, via CNN.
We agree with the One China policy. We signed on to it, and all the attendant agreements made from there, President Joe Biden, via CNN.
... but the idea that it can be taken by force, just taken by force, is [just not] appropriate, President Joe Biden, via CNN.
The White House quickly attempted to frame the President's remarks as consistent with known U.S. policy.
As the President said, our policy has not changed. He reiterated our One China policy and our commitment to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, Unnamed White House Official, via CNN.
He also reiterated our commitment under the Taiwan Relations Act to provide Taiwan with the military means to
defend itself, Unnamed White House Official, via CNN.
China responded, articulating its "strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition" to Biden's statements. .
On issues concerning China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and other core interests, there is no room for compromise, Wang Wenbin, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman, via CNN.
We urged the US side to earnestly follow the One China principle … be cautious in words and deeds on the Taiwan issue, Wang Wenbin, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, via CNN.
Biden clarified that the U.S. stance is to support One China, but that support does not extend to aggression from China.
We support the One China policy [...] but that does not mean [...] that China has the [...] jurisdiction to go in and use force to take
over Taiwan, President Joe Biden, via CNN.
A spokesperson the the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Taiwan welcomed Biden's comments.
[Taiwan] expresses sincere welcome and gratitude to President Biden and the United States government for reiterating its rock solid commitment
to Taiwan, Joanne Ou, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, via CNN
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US President Joe Biden on Monday said that US forces would defend Taiwan militarily if China attempted to take control of the self-ruled island by force
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Elon Musk Says He
'Will Vote Republican,' , Can 'No Longer Support' Democrats.
Musk made the statements via Twitter on May 18.
In the past I voted Democrat, because they were (mostly) the kindness party. , Elon Musk, via Twitter.
But they have become the party of division & hate, so I can no longer support them and will
vote Republican, Elon Musk, via Twitter.
Now, watch their dirty tricks campaign against me unfold, Elon Musk, via Twitter.
Tesla stocks fell by nearly seven percent after the statements were published.
Musk's tweets come about a week after he stated he would reverse Twitter's ban of former President Donald Trump
if his deal to purchase the platform is finalized.
The billionaire has also criticized Twitter for being biased to the "far-left.".
The headquarters for the company is based in CA,
a state that is often considered a model for progressive politics in the U.S.
CA is also the largest market for Tesla cars.
Musk recently moved the
Tesla headquarters to TX, which is known for its conservative politics. .
Many Twitter users seemed to mock the news that Musk would vote Republican.
Poor Elon might only be the 2nd or 3rd richest man in the
world now, Twitter user.
Poor Elon. No liberals are going to buy his cars anymore, when there's so many nicer options, Twitter user.
The Tesla CEO's mother hit back at the tweets, referring to them as "nasty comments" and "troll or bot" accounts.
Musk's $44 billion deal to purchase Twitter has stalled in recent days
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Senate Unanimously , Confirms Bridget Brink As, New US Ambassador to Ukraine.
Politico reports that the career Foreign Service officer, who is currently the U.S. ambassador to Slovakia,
was confirmed on the evening of May 18.
Politico reports that the career Foreign Service officer, who is currently the U.S. ambassador to Slovakia,
was confirmed on the evening of May 18.
Her appointment as ambassador to Ukraine follows a three-year period in which there has been no American envoy in Kyiv.
Her appointment as ambassador to Ukraine follows a three-year period in which there has been no American envoy in Kyiv.
Marie Yovanovitch, the previous ambassador to Ukraine, was removed from her post by President Donald Trump in 2019.
Marie Yovanovitch, the previous ambassador to Ukraine, was removed from her post by President Donald Trump in 2019.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke about the urgency of having an accomplished diplomat such as Brink in Ukraine amid Russia's invasion.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke about the urgency of having an accomplished diplomat such as Brink in Ukraine amid Russia's invasion.
To have an ambassador there at this critical time as the United States continues to help the Ukrainian people … is a wonderful thing, is a good thing, and will help advance the cause of peace, security and freedom, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, via statement, as reported by Politico.
To have an ambassador there at this critical time as the United States continues to help the Ukrainian people … is a wonderful thing, is a good thing, and will help advance the cause of peace, security and freedom, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, via statement, as reported by Politico.
I have every
confidence she will
be an outstanding
ambassador, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader,
via statement, as reported by Politico.
Politico reports that the U.S. has also formally reopened its embassy in the war-torn country. .
Brink, who speaks Russian, was previously
the deputy assistant secretary in the
Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs.
Brink, who speaks Russian, was previously
the deputy assistant secretary in the
Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs.
She has also worked with U.S. embassies in Uzbekistan, Georgia, Cyprus and Serbia
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If Trump Wins 2024 Election, , Fauci Says He’s Leaving the White House.
Fox News reports that in
a recent interview with CNN, .
Fauci was asked if he would remain the White House's chief medical adviser should former President
Donald Trump be appointed to office again in 2024.
Fauci was asked if he would remain the White House's chief medical adviser should former President
Donald Trump be appointed to office again in 2024.
He reportedly laughed and said "no.".
If you look at the history of what the response was during the administration,
I think, you know, at best, you can say it wasn’t optimal. And I think just, history will speak for itself about that, Dr. Anthony Fauci, via interview with CNN, as reported by Fox News.
Trump and Fauci repeatedly butted heads amid the government's fight against COVID.
People are tired of hearing Fauci and all these idiots, these people. Every time he goes on TV, there's a bomb, but there's a bigger bomb if you fire him, Donald Trump, via an October 2020 campaign conference call,
as reported by Fox News.
While Trump has not publicly
announced a 2024 presidential bid.
he's been hosting rallies across America and teasing he'll throw his hat into the ring once more.
he's been hosting rallies across America and teasing he'll throw his hat into the ring once more.
While speaking at the Conservative Political Action Conference at the beginning of the year, .
he alluded to running for office by referencing the Democratic Party's slim chances of victory.
They're going to find out the hard way starting Nov. 8 and even more so starting November 2024, Donald Trump, at the Conservative Political Action Conference
in February, via Fox News
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On Friday, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk took a dig at US President Joe Biden. Taking to Twitter, Elon Musk wrote, "Biden's mistake is that he thinks he was elected to transform the country, but actually everyone just wanted less drama."
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Jan 6
Panel Subpoenas , House Minority
Leader McCarthy, , 4 Other GOP Reps.
The five subpoenaed Representatives had all declined a voluntary meeting with the
House special committee. .
In addition to
House Minority Leader
Kevin McCarthy.
the Jan. 6 panel also subpoenaed
PA Rep. Scott Perry.
OH Rep. Jim Jordan.
AZ Rep. Andy Biggs ...
... and AL Rep. Mo Brooks.
It is rare for a House committee to issue subpoenas against its own members.
The Special House Committee will hold
public hearings in June pertaining to the
U.S. Capitol riots that occurred on Jan. 6.
In a statement confirming
the subpoenas, democratic
MS Rep. Bennie Thompson
explained the panel's decision.
The select committee has learned that several of our colleagues have information relevant to our investigation into the attack on Jan. 6 and the events leading
up to it. , Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS),
via 'The New York Times'.
Before we hold our hearings next month, we wished to provide members the opportunity to discuss these matters with the committee voluntarily. , Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS),
via 'The New York Times'.
Regrettably, the individuals receiving subpoenas today have refused and we’re forced to take this step to help ensure the committee uncovers facts concerning Jan. 6, Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS),
via 'The New York Times'.
The subpoenas come after weeks of research and internal debate among committee members as to whether the action was necessary.
Minority Leader McCarthy is said to have consulted with counsel as to how to fight the subpoena.
The panel reportedly wishes to question McCarthy about his post-Jan. 6 conversations concerning former President Donald Trump
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Pfizer’s 3-Dose Vaccine , 80% Effective Against Omicron, Infection for Youngest Children.
ABC News reports new data shows
Pfizer's 3-dose vaccine is 80% effective against omicron infections in children
five years old and younger.
In all age groups, Pfizer's coronavirus
vaccine has been less effective against
mild breakthrough infections.
but has been shown to offer high protection against severe disease and death.
Experts say Pfizer's announcement offers reassurance to parents who wish to protect their children against coronavirus.
We are pleased that our formulation for the youngest children, which we carefully selected to be one-tenth of
the dose strength for adults ... , statement from Albert Bourla, chairman CEO Pfizer, via ABC News.
... was well tolerated
and produced a strong immune response. , statement from Albert Bourla, chairman CEO Pfizer, via ABC News.
After two years without a vaccine for young children, many pediatricians and parents intend to vaccinate as soon as possible.
However, recent polls have shown over 50% of parents feel they need more information before their children receive a COVID-19 shot.
Parents should also be
aware that this preliminary
data will be supplemented by additional data in June ... , Dr. Alok Patel, pediatric hospitalist Stanford Children's Health, via ABC News.
... which will then be
thoroughly reviewed by
both the FDA and the CDC. , Dr. Alok Patel, pediatric hospitalist Stanford Children's Health, via ABC News
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CDC Says One-Third of Americans , Should Be Wearing Masks.
CNN reports that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging local officials to encourage their constituents to mask up.
Currently, over 32% of Americans live
in regions experiencing medium to high
COVID-19 community levels.
Per CDC data, 9% of Americans live in areas with high COVID-19 community levels.
23% of citizens are currently living
in areas with a medium amount of
coronavirus transmission.
We urge local leaders to
encourage the use of prevention strategies like masking in public indoor settings and increasing
access to testing and to treatment. , Dr. Rochelle Walensky, CDC Director, via CNN.
In areas where community levels are high, everyone should be using prevention measures and wearing a mask in public indoor settings. , Dr. Rochelle Walensky, CDC Director, via CNN.
As of May 18, nearly 4.25% of counties in the
United States have soaring COVID-19 community levels. .
As we’re currently seeing
a steady rise of cases in parts of the country... , Dr. Rochelle Walensky, CDC Director, via CNN.
... we encourage everyone
to use the menu of tools we have today to prevent further infection and severe disease, , Dr. Rochelle Walensky, CDC Director, via CNN.
... including wearing a mask, getting tested, accessing treatments early if infected and getting vaccinated or boosted, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, CDC Director, via CNN
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CDC Signs Off on COVID Vaccine Boosters , for Kids Ages 5–11.
CNN reports that on May 19, the CDC's
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)... .
... voted in support of recommending an additional Pfizer shot for 5- to 11-year-olds who've received their first two doses.
The vote was 11-1 with 1 abstention.
CNN reports that the FDA authorized
the booster dose earlier this week.
Children within this age group are advised to wait at least five months after receiving their two-dose regimen before getting a booster shot.
CNN reports a fourth dose is recommended for children who are immunocompromised. .
According to Pfizer, a trial of 4,500 children ages 5-11 showed Omicron-fighting antibodies were 36 times stronger upon receiving a booster.
The company also says
no new safety issues were detected.
On May 16, the American Academy of Pediatrics reported that COVID cases in U.S. children rose 76%
the previous week compared to two weeks prior.
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky gave opening remarks before the ACIP's vote.
The sadness I feel for
lives lost, the families
devastated and the
communities changed
is steep. We have the
tools we need to protect
these people from severe
disease and prevent any
more tragic deaths, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, via opening remarks
before the ACIP's vote, via CNN
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Massachusetts Health Officials , and CDC Investigate Monkeypox Case.
CNN reports Massachusetts health officials are working alongside the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
... to investigate a case of
monkeypox, the agency said on May 18.
Officials say a strain of monkeypox has
been confirmed in a Massachusetts man
who had recently traveled to Canada.
The man is currently hospitalized and in stable condition at Massachusetts General Hospital.
The patient was placed in an
airborne infection
isolation unit on May 12.
This patient, fortunately, is
doing quite well now, although
did have, have symptoms that require the hospitalization. , Dr. Erica Shenoy, Associate Chief of the Infection
Control Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital, via CNN.
Officials are unsure how the patient became infected, though they say “that historically,
this has been a very rare disease, with very
rare transmission around the world.".
What we have seen in the United Kingdom, in Spain and in Europe, has been novel and that gives us cause for concern ... , Dr. Paul Biddinger, Chief Preparedness and
Continuity Officer at Mass General Brigham, via CNN.
... but, I think appropriately, people should not be afraid
of monkeypox right now. , Dr. Paul Biddinger, Chief Preparedness and
Continuity Officer at Mass General Brigham, via CNN.
Monkeypox is an unlikely but dangerous infection. It has much in common with
the now-eradicated smallpox virus
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Increase in US COVID Rates , Prompts Health Officials
to Urge Mask-Wearing, in Some Areas.
Federal health officials presented an assessment from the White House on May 18.
Speaking were Dr. Ashish Jha, the
White House COVID response coordinator, .
and Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
We urge local leaders to encourage the use of prevention strategies like masking in public indoor settings.., Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky, CDC Director,
via 'The New York Times'.
... and increasing access to testing and treatment
for individuals, Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky, CDC Director,
via 'The New York Times'.
The COVID briefing was the first to be conducted from the White House in six weeks.
According to federal data, hospital admissions related to COVID have increased by 20 percent over the past week.
The Northeastern U.S. has experienced the most dramatic increase in cases.
Dr. Jha urged Congress to approve additional COVID aid to address the rising cases and a potential wave in the fall.
Experts weighed in, stating that now is a good time
to reimplement prevention measures.
We’re seeing rising cases and hospitalizations and testing positivity rates; now is not the time to end these flexibilities that allow great access to care, Ashley Thompson, American Hospital Association, via 'The New York Times'.
We are not out of the woods yet, Ashley Thompson, American Hospital
Association, via 'The New York Times'.
We could be entering a period where we have an increased number of cases but a substantially decreased severity of illness, Dr. Michael T. Osterholm, University of Minnesota,
via 'The New York Times'.
... so that we see fewer hospitalizations and many
fewer deaths, Dr. Michael T. Osterholm, University of Minnesota,
via 'The New York Times'
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Biden Administration Announces , Plan to Fight Omicron Variant.
Biden Administration Announces , Plan to Fight Omicron Variant.
'The Washington Post' reports President Joe Biden announced his..
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Donald Trump Says He Received , a COVID-19 Booster Shot.
The former president shared his vaccination status while speaking with Bill O'Reilly during a "History Tour" event.
'The New York Times'..
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More Companies Lift Vaccine Mandates , Amid Labor Shortage, Despite Omicron Variant.
NBC News reports that a number of health care systems
and other companies have suspended mandates
requiring..
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