The White House acknowledged it will not meet President Joe Biden's goal of delivering at least one COVID-19 vaccination dose to 70% of U.S. adults by Independence Day.
EDITORS NOTE: RESENDING WITH DATE OF ANNOUNCEMENT AS TUESDAY, NOT MONDAY The White House on Tuesday announced it will not meet President Joe Biden’s goal of delivering at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine to 70 percent of American adults by July 4.
BIDEN ON FEBRUARY 6: "Let's go into the summer freer and safer." During a Tuesday press briefing, White House COVID-19 senior adviser Jeffrey Zients said significant progress had been made in the U.S. vaccination effort, but a few additional weeks will be needed to hit the target for Americans over the age of 18.
ZIENTS: "We have met the president’s 70% goal for all U.S. adults 30 and over.
And based on today’s estimates, we’re on track to hit the 70% target for those age 27 and over, once the data for the July 4 holiday weekend is fully in... We think it will take a few extra weeks to get 70% of all adults with at least one shot with the 18-26 year-olds factored in." Zients said 16 states and Washington, D.C.
Have delivered at least one shot to 70% of adults 18 and older.
The Biden administration has been campaigning for more Americans to get their shots but roadblocks remain, like ongoing racial imbalances in vaccination rates, the new Delta virus variant and vaccine hesitancy, especially among young adults.
ZIENTS: "The reality is, many younger Americans have felt like COVID-19 is not something that impacts them and have been less eager to get the shot.
However, with the Delta variant spreading across the country, and infecting younger people worldwide, it’s more important than ever that they get vaccinated.” Top U.S. infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci: "We are not done until we completely crush this outbreak... The Delta variant is currently the greatest threat in the U.S. to our attempt to eliminate COVID-19.
Good news: our vaccines are effective against the Delta variant." CDC Director Rochelle Walensky added it’s important for Americans to get vaccinated NOW to stop the "chain of mutations that could lead to a more dangerous variant."
In a recent statement, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov addressed Vladimir Putin's humorous endorsement of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, emphasizing that Russia will no longer depend on any "Good Uncle" in the White House. Lavrov underscored the influence of the "deep state" in Washington and reaffirmed Russia's commitment to self-reliance in the face of shifting U.S. politics. This provocative commentary highlights the growing skepticism towards American leadership from Moscow.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer has met with President Biden at the White House to disucss conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy arrive in the US ahead of talks with President Joe Biden at the Whitehouse. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Joe Biden briefly wore a MAGA hat during a visit to Shanksville Fire Station in Pennsylvania, sparking viral discussions online. The White House explained it as a gesture of bipartisan unity, with Biden responding to a Trump supporter's offer. The incident occurred after Biden's speech about post-9/11 unity and following a debate involving Kamala Harris. While some viewed it as a simple gesture, others questioned its implications or linked it to political events
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The tragic recovery of six Israeli hostages from a tunnel in Rafah, Gaza, has ignited fierce criticism against Democratic Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris. As details emerge, questions are being raised about the Biden-Harris administration's opposition to Israel's military actions in the region. Republican Senator Tom Cotton and others accuse Harris and Biden of putting political pressure on Israel rather than allowing it to act decisively against Hamas. With the presidential race intensifying, Harris' stance on Israel and Gaza has become a hot topic. Was the White House's decision a costly mistake? Watch our in-depth analysis of the unfolding controversy and decide for yourself!
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President Joe Biden has been rumored to be interested in buying Olivia Newton-John's California ranch ... however, those who were close to the late star aren't.. TMZ.com
In a shocking revelation, Russian officials are alleging that U.S. President Joe Biden is behind the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, an act they claim has deliberately crippled Germany's economy. As investigations stall, Moscow's accusations point to a calculated effort to undermine European energy security. With calls for accountability growing, we dive deep into the implications of this high-stakes geopolitical drama. Are these allegations mere propaganda, or is there a kernel of truth behind them? Join us as we explore the potential ramifications for U.S.-European relations and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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After Netanyahu rejected Biden’s peace plan with Hezbollah, Lebanon launched over 80 rockets, hitting Israel’s "Samson" base and "Meron" airbase. The Iron Dome failed to stop many rockets, causing fires in "Beria" near Safad and surrounding areas. Tensions have escalated dramatically, with the world anxiously awaiting Netanyahu's upcoming UN speech on Gaza. The situation raises concerns about a potential broader conflict in the Middle East.
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One of the country’s most senior doctors broke down in tears several times as he recalled "scenes from hell" inside intensive care units during the COVID-19.. Sky News
Downing Street has said Sir Keir Starmer did not break any rules when he used Lord Alli's London penthouse to record a COVID-era broadcast urging people to "work.. Sky News
Millions of people can book their flu and COVID vaccines from today, which officials hope will ease pressure on the health service ahead of the winter months. Sky News
The family of an NHS pharmacist who took his own life after suffering paralysing complications from a COVID jab are calling for urgent reform of the government's.. Sky News
Chappell Roan has canceled her upcoming performances citing mental health. The artist cancelled her planned performances in Washington, D.C., and New York this weekend as part of the All Things Go festival. The artist took to her Instagram story to share the news writing, "I apologize to people who have been waiting to see me in NYC & DC this weekend at All Things Go, but I am unable to perform. Things have gotten overwhelming over the past few weeks and I am really feeling it."
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Brett Favre just made a sad revelation on Capitol Hill ... the 54-year-old gunslinger announced he was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's. The legendary Green.. TMZ.com
In a highly charged speech in Washington, former President Donald Trump made headlines by suggesting that Jewish voters could be responsible for his potential loss in the upcoming election if they continue to support the Democratic Party. Trump's remarks, delivered amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, have sparked widespread outrage and allegations that he is targeting Jewish voters during a time of heightened tension. This speech is likely to fuel further debate over Trump's stance on Israel, his relationship with Jewish voters, and the implications of his comments in the current geopolitical climate. Watch the full video to understand the gravity of his statements and the potential fallout.
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A Washington, D.C. coffee shop owner went on a wild, foul-mouthed racist rant against a Spanish-speaking Uber Eats driver -- who caught the whole thing on.. TMZ.com
Local health experts agree that it would be difficult for public officials to reinstate a mask mandate amid a COVID-19 outbreak. Rather, the focus should be on getting shots in arms.
While vaccines have been shown to be highly effective against the delta variant, CBS 2 dug into some troubling vaccination numbers lagging behind in communities of color. CBS 2's Marissa Parra reports.