White House Honors 500K Americans Who Died From COVID

President Biden and Vice President Harris held a moment of silence for the 500,000 Americans who died from COVID-19, symbolized by 500 candles. The pandemic's death toll surpasses that of major wars, yet recent weeks show a decline in deaths, cases, and hospitalizations, indicating improvement.

What significant event did President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris hold last night?

How many Americans have died of COVID-19 according to the text?

What comparison is made to help understand the number of COVID-19 deaths?

What recent trend is mentioned regarding COVID-19 deaths and cases?

What was the number of people fighting the virus from the hospital as mentioned in the text?