Biden to Americans: 'get vaccinated or wear a mask until you do'

On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said those who have been fully vaccinated can go without wearing a mask in many indoor settings.

President Joe Biden issued a statement Thursday to Americans who may be on the fence about getting the COVID-19 vaccine following the CDC's update to it's mask guidance as COVID-19 vaccinations continue throughout the country.

During an address in the Rose Garden, the President said “If you are fully vaccinated, you no longer need to wear a mask."

Later in his speech, he told the American people to “get vaccinated — or wear a mask until you do.”

Biden reiterated the message in a tweet, writing: The rule is now simple: get vaccinated or wear a mask until you do. The choice is yours."

Two weeks ago the health agency said wearing masks outdoors was no longer necessary for those who were fully vaccinated.

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