President Trump Cuts Ties With World Health Organization

The transcript discusses the World Health Organization's (WHO) handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting criticisms from President Trump regarding China's influence over the WHO despite lower funding compared to the US. It covers the global impact of the pandemic, with over a million deaths worldwide, and China's alleged failure to meet reporting obligations. The WHO defends its early warnings and China's response. The transcript concludes with uncertainties about the US pulling funding from the WHO, as most funding is approved by Congress.

What is the main criticism of the WHO by the President?

• The WHO is not transparent with its data.

• The WHO is under China's control despite less funding.

• The WHO is too lenient with European countries.

• The WHO has not provided enough vaccines.

What action did Chinese officials allegedly take regarding the coronavirus?

• They immediately reported it to the WHO.

• They developed a vaccine quickly.

• They covered up the virus, leading to a global pandemic.

• They closed all borders to prevent spread.

What has been the global impact of the coronavirus pandemic according to the transcript?

• It has not affected any lives.

• It has caused over a million deaths worldwide.

• It has been contained in Asia.

• It has only affected the US.

How did the WHO respond to the allegations of misleading the world?

• It defended its response and China's actions.

• It blamed other countries for the misinformation.

• It admitted to the allegations.

• It ignored the allegations.

What is unclear about President Trump's plan regarding the WHO?

• How he plans to increase funding.

• How he plans to withdraw funding.

• How he plans to change the WHO's leadership.

• How he plans to collaborate with the WHO.