Andrew Cuomo at a press conference in New York City on May 21. Getty ImagesKey FactsCuomo on Sunday said he will create an independent Clinical Advisory Task Force review the efficacy of vaccine candidates. Cuomo said the National Governors Association sent a letter to President Trump last week asking to meet with him about coordination between the federal government and the states. He said New York is ahead of other states in coronavirus testing but has still administered just 12.9 million tests since the start of the pandemic. Further ReadingNew York begins to prepare for vaccination phase of COVID-19 pandemic (LocalSyracuse.com)Cuomo: Public should be 'very skeptical' about COVID-19 vaccine (The Hill)Full coverage and live updates on the Coronavirus

Source: Forbes October 19, 2020 16:41 UTC