Washington Post: U.S. Had Health Officials At WHO When Outbreak Began

Washington Post: U.S. Had Health Officials At WHO When Outbreak Began

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The World Health Organization (WHO) provided the Trump administration with real-time information on the COVID-19 outbreak. Despite this, President Trump criticized the WHO for lack of transparency and delayed responses. US researchers and health officials were actively involved with the WHO. A report confirmed the presence of CDC members at the WHO, but emphasized they were not decision-makers. President Trump announced a freeze on US funding to the WHO, sparking international criticism.

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What was the response of the Department of Health and Human Services regarding the involvement of American officials with the World Health Organization?

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What action did President Trump announce regarding funding to the World Health Organization?

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