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JST Ruberg reports on Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine, which is 94% effective according to the FDA. The vaccine is expected to receive emergency use authorization soon, making it the second available in the U.S. Dr. Anthony Fauci recommends that President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, as well as President Trump and Vice President Pence, receive the vaccine. Despite vaccine progress, public health efforts must continue. Biden is campaigning in Georgia for Senate runoffs, which could shift Senate control if Democrats win both seats.

What percentage of effectiveness did Moderna's vaccine candidate demonstrate in trials?

• 90%

• 94%

• 85%

• 88%

Who did Dr. Anthony Fauci recommend should receive the vaccine promptly?

• All citizens over 65

• Only healthcare workers

• All school teachers

• President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris

What is the current majority held by Republicans in the Senate?

• 54 seats

• 52 seats

• 48 seats

• 50 seats

What could happen if the two Democrats win the Georgia runoff elections?

• There will be a 50-50 split in the Senate

• The elections will be nullified

• Democrats will have a majority

• Republicans will gain more seats

What is the significance of Vice President-elect Harris in a 50-50 Senate split?

• She can dissolve the Senate

• She can appoint new senators

• She can cast tie-breaking votes

• She can veto bills