White House Blocks FDA Rule Ensuring Vaccine Safety

The transcript discusses the safety measures for potential COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the FDA's initial requirement for a two-month follow-up period to monitor side effects. However, a Trump administration official confirmed the reversal of this waiting period, stating it had no clinical value. This change was likely to ensure a vaccine could be released before Election Day, aligning with President Trump's promises.

Who confirmed the reversal of the FDA's waiting period requirement?

• President Biden

• A Trump administration official

• The CDC

• The WHO

What was the timeline that President Donald Trump promised regarding the vaccine?

• Before Election Day

• After Election Day

• No specific timeline

• Within a year