

Update: Two Israeli Embassy staffers were killed in D.C. What to know.
25 snips May 22, 2025
A tragic shooting claimed the lives of two Israeli embassy staff in D.C., stirring conversations about anti-Semitism and community resilience. The FDA announced new COVID vaccine guidelines, shifting eligibility debates. Discussion on Biden's health and legislative challenges includes insights into Trump's tax bill and a controversial meeting with South Africa's president. Health concerns rise amid ongoing debates about infectious diseases and global vaccine accessibility, alongside the ethical implications of U.S. gifts from foreign nations.
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Israeli Embassy Staffers Killed
- Two Israeli Embassy staffers, Yaron Leshinsky and Sarah Milgram, were killed in a shooting at the Capitol Jewish Museum in D.C.
- The suspect was detained while chanting "free Palestine," highlighting tensions around the Gaza conflict.
FDA Limits COVID Booster Access
- The FDA will restrict COVID vaccine boosters to people at higher risk starting this fall.
- This change reflects a lack of strong evidence supporting boosters for healthy, low-risk individuals under 65.
Vaccine Profitability Affects Trials
- Vaccine manufacturers might avoid costly safety trials due to low profitability of vaccines.
- This economic reality could influence the availability of future COVID vaccine boosters.