The Biden Administration’s decision to extend the emergency declaration for COVID-19 through 2029 is a glaring example of reckless government overreach and a disturbing disregard for accountability. This move is designed to maintain liability protections for mRNA COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers, allowing them to operate with impunity and avoid legal consequences for any potential harms caused by their products.
By extending the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act, the Biden Administration has essentially given vaccine manufacturers a free pass for nearly a decade, removing any incentive for them to ensure safety and transparency. This is a dangerous precedent that leaves the public vulnerable while shielding corporations from any responsibility for their actions.
BREAKING: Biden extends the “emergency declaration” for COVID-19 to extend liability protections for the deadly mRNA COVID “vaccines”
The Biden Administration has extended the emergency declaration for COVID-19 through 2029 in an attempt to prevent liability for mRNA COVID… pic.twitter.com/7aC3mXvLt3
— Tom Renz (@RenzTom) December 11, 2024
The extension is particularly alarming given that COVID-19 vaccine safety remains a contentious issue, with ongoing concerns about adverse effects and the long-term health implications for millions of Americans. Critics argue that this lack of accountability will only encourage complacency among manufacturers and hinder efforts to address emerging safety concerns. Why should vaccine makers be allowed to operate without oversight, especially when many people are still grappling with the consequences of their rushed, untested products?
What is most shocking, however, is the sheer audacity of this decision. Extending liability protections through 2029 sends a clear message that the Biden Administration is more concerned with protecting big pharma interests than ensuring public safety. By locking in this protection for the next several years, the administration is essentially gambling with the health of the nation.
Historically, the PREP Act has been used in public health emergencies, but its scope and duration have never been this extensive. The 2029 extension goes far beyond what is necessary or reasonable, given the ongoing challenges the U.S. faces in managing the pandemic. While there may be legitimate reasons to maintain legal frameworks in response to COVID-19, this move reeks of political favoritism and corporate protectionism.
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h/t Tess