Ousted Vaccine Expert To Testify Before Congress Thursday

Dr. Rick Bright, former director of the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, is set to testify before a House subcommittee, warning that 2020 could be the darkest winter if the U.S. doesn't plan for a COVID-19 resurgence. Bright, who filed a whistleblower complaint after being reassigned, alleges he faced retaliation for not promoting Hydroxychloroquine. He plans to discuss the lack of preparedness and missed warning signals in the pandemic response. Dr. Anthony Fauci also cautioned Congress about the risks of easing restrictions too quickly.

What warning did Dr. Rick Bright plan to give in his testimony?

• That the pandemic is over and no further action is needed.

• That Hydroxychloroquine is an effective treatment for COVID-19.

• That 2020 will be the darkest winter if no plan is made for COVID-19 resurgence.

• That the federal government has done enough to combat COVID-19.

Why was Dr. Rick Bright reassigned from his position?

• For failing to warn about the pandemic.

• For refusing to promote Hydroxychloroquine as a treatment.

• For supporting the federal government's COVID-19 plan.

• For promoting Hydroxychloroquine as a treatment.

What did Dr. Bright allege in his whistleblower complaint?

• He faced hostility for warning about the need for critical supplies.

• He was promoted for his work on COVID-19.

• He was ignored by the White House.

• He was praised for his stance on Hydroxychloroquine.

What did Dr. Bright reflect on regarding the pandemic response?

• The pandemic was handled perfectly.

• Early warning signals were missed and strategies were forgotten.

• The government was over-prepared for the pandemic.

• There was no need for a pandemic playbook.

What did Dr. Anthony Fauci warn about in his testimony?

• The pandemic is over and restrictions should be lifted.

• The consequences could be serious if restrictions are eased too quickly.

• Hydroxychloroquine is a successful treatment.

• The federal government has done enough to combat COVID-19.