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The video discusses the current state of COVID-19 in the US, highlighting a decrease in hospitalizations and cases but an increase in death counts due to reporting delays. The spread of virus variants is also noted. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky and Dr. Anthony Fauci emphasize the importance of social distancing, mask-wearing, and vaccination. The White House aims to accelerate vaccination efforts but requires Congress to pass the COVID-19 relief bill for funding. Additionally, the video reports the death of Texas Congressman Ron Wright, who succumbed to COVID-19 while battling lung cancer.

What is the current trend in COVID-19 hospitalizations and new cases in the US?

• Hospitalizations and new cases are decreasing

• Hospitalizations are decreasing, but new cases are increasing

• Both are decreasing

• Both are increasing

Why are COVID-19 death counts still rising despite a decrease in cases?

• Due to a new variant

• Because of a reporting delay

• Lack of hospital beds

• Increased testing

What is required for the federal government to boost vaccination efforts?

• Approval from the CDC

• More vaccine doses

• Passage of the COVID-19 relief bill

• Support from state governors

What was Congressman Ron Wright battling alongside COVID-19?

• Heart disease

• Kidney failure

• Lung cancer

• Diabetes

What was notable about Congressman Ron Wright's work ethic?

• He worked from home

• He never missed a day

• He continued to work despite his illness

• He retired early