The US plans to roll out booster shots for people in September, and two high-profile seniors plan to get theirs as soon as possible. President Biden told ABC News that he and first lady Jill Biden won't hesitate on their third COVID shot. "We got our shots, all the way back in, I think December. So it's past time,” Biden said. The president actually got his second shot in January, notes the Washington Post, so he'd be on track for his booster in September—the CDC recommends the extra dose come eight months after full vaccination. Meanwhile, the US decision continues to cause controversy:
- Biden defends: “Are you comfortable with Americans getting a third shot when so many millions around the world haven't had their first?” ABC's George Stephanopoulos asked the president. “Absolutely," Biden responded. "Because we’re [providing] more to the rest of the world than all the rest of the world combined. Before we get to the middle of next year, we're gonna provide a half a billion shots to the rest of the world. We're keeping our part of the bargain. We’re doing more than anybody.”