- The Biden administration released a memo indicating that it will cost nearly $7 billion to mount a response to the monkeypox outbreak. The administration did not submit a formal request for the funds, which would cover tests, vaccines, and treatments. Republicans have blocked its previous attempts to secure additional COVID-19 funding; new discussions around monkeypox aid could face similar political obstacles. (Article here)
July 27, 2022
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