Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Tuesday to ensure that priority access for COVID-19 vaccines procured by the U.S.
government is given to the American people before assisting other nations, a senior administration official said on Monday.Trump, who has faced sharp criticism for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic, is eager to take credit for the speedy development and distribution of a vaccine.
First coronavirus vaccine shots could be doled out in Canada next week The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told reporters that the order would set up a framework for U.S.
government agencies to help other countries procure the vaccine as well.It was unclear why an executive order was needed to ensure that the vaccines.