World breaking news today (December 14): Donald Trump will be offered COVID-19 vaccine soon
World breaking news today (December 14): Donald Trump will be offered COVID-19 vaccine soo. Meanwhile, Biden wants U.S. back in Iran nuclear deal, leaders to push Brexit trade talks, 14 migrants found dead off of Venezuela's eastern coast and gold price also make headlines today.
President Donald Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and other top federal office-holders will be offered COVID-19 vaccines over the next week-and-a-half (Photo: US News and World Report)
Donald Trump will be offered COVID-19 vaccine soon
President Donald Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and other top federal office-holders will be offered COVID-19 vaccines over the next week-and-a-half to guard against an outbreak that could cripple the functions of government, USA Today reported.
The shots will be offered to officials across all three branches of government, including leaders at the White House, in Congress, and on the Supreme Court, officials said. White House staff members who work in close proximity to Trump are also expected to get early vaccines.
Dozens of staffers and visitors to the White House have tested positive for the virus throughout the pandemic, including the president.
Two government officials confirmed the vaccination plan, speaking on condition of anonymity because details on who, when, and where are still being worked out. They said the plan will roll out over the next 10 days.
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