09/09/2021

Biden Unveils Vaccine Mandate Plan Covering Two-thirds of U.S. Workers

Millions more American workers are required to get vaccinated

This evening, President Joe Biden used the full force of his presidency to ensure two-thirds of the American work force is vaccinated against the coronavirus, including private sector employees, healthcare workers and federal contractors — as well as the vast majority of federal workers, who could face disciplinary measures if they refuse.

The sweeping actions, which the president announced in a White House speech, are the most expansive actions he has taken to control the pandemic since he assumed the presidency in January; they will affect almost every aspect of American society. They also reflect Biden's deep frustration with the roughly 80 million Americans who are eligible for the shots but have failed to get vaccinated.

"We're going to protect vaccinated workers from unvaccinated co-workers," Biden declared from the White House state dining room, with a portrait of Abraham Lincoln looming over his shoulders. "We're going to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by increasing the share of the work force that is vaccinated in businesses all across America."

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