Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

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On December 18th, Vice President Mike Pence, his wife Karen, and US Surgeon General Jerome Adams received the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine on television to boost public confidence. Despite rising cases and hospitalizations, this event marked a hopeful step towards ending the pandemic. A Kaiser Family Foundation study shows 71% of Americans are willing to get vaccinated if deemed safe and free. Additionally, a significant cybersecurity breach infiltrated multiple US government agencies, with ongoing investigations into its scope and origins, suspected to involve Russian actors.

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What significant event took place on December 18th involving Vice President Mike Pence?

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What percentage of Americans, according to a recent study, said they would probably get the COVID-19 vaccine if deemed safe?

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What does the Department of Homeland Security say about the recent cyber security attack?

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Which agencies and companies were breached in the cyber security attack?

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What was the response of a Russian government spokesperson regarding the cyber attack?

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