Biden extends protection to Big Business cronies, kicks victims in the face

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President Joe Biden’s administration extended legal liability protections for Pfizer and Moderna through 2029, effective December 11, 2024. This extension was made under the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act, which protects these companies, healthcare workers, and others involved in administering or producing the COVID-19 vaccines from being sued for injuries or deaths related to the vaccines until that year. This move was announced by Health and Human Services (HHS) officials, citing ongoing credible risks associated with the potential resurgence of the COVID-19 situation.

While the next president could theoretically attempt to overturn the extension, it would involve navigating a complex web of legal, administrative, and political challenges.

President Trump could potentially direct the HHS Secretary to reassess the extension. However, any move to rescind or modify the declaration would need to follow legal procedures and might be subject to existing legal or contractual obligations that were set when the extension was granted.

Congress could also intervene by passing new legislation or amending existing laws to alter these protections. However, given the political landscape, this would require bipartisan support or a significant shift in congressional control.