Truthout
Coronavirus
The Trump Administration Promised States a Vaccine Reserve That Doesn’t Exist
Trump’s admin promised to send out stockpiled doses, but they’ve been shipping off the manufacturing line for weeks.
AOC Criticizes Biden’s Stimulus Plan, Says $1,400 Payments Should Be Full $2,000
The plan by Biden would pay every American $1,400, supplementing the $600 payments that were made weeks ago.
Rep. Jayapal: Unmasked Republicans Made Capitol Breach a “Superspreader Event”
Several Republicans were offered masks, but refused them, while in close quarters during the breach by Trump supporters.
New COVID Variant Found in South Africa Raises Concerns Over Impacts on Vaccine
Scientists are concerned about whether a new strain or future mutations could reduce vaccine efficacy.
Emergence of New COVID Variant Reflects Critical Need for Vaccination
The appearance of the SARS-CoV-2 variant makes it even more important that people get vaccinated as soon as possible.
The Richest 500 People in the World Added $1.8 Trillion to Their Wealth in 2020
The wealthiest people in the world made historic income gains in 2020 as most people struggled to afford rent and food.
As Stimulus Falls Short, Mutual Aid Organizers Work to Meet People’s Needs
A broad movement of grassroots organizations are tending to their community’s well-being as COVID-19 surges nationwide.
Trump Plans New Year’s Party as COVID Death Count Continues to Climb
The party planned by Trump goes against the CDC's recommendations for attending gatherings during the holiday season.
Fauci Describes Vaccine Rollout as “Below Where We Want to Be” Right Now
Operation Warp Speed sought to vaccinate 20 million before December 31. So far, just 2.1 million have been vaccinated.
McConnell Rejects Initial Moves to Pass $2,000 Stimulus Bill
The increased stimulus proposal is supported by Democrats, a handful of Republican senators and President Donald Trump.