Dr. Anthony Fauci believes that reopening schools for grades 8 and lower is a realistic target, but remains wary of returning high schools to in-person learning while coronavirus vaccines remain in short supply nationwide. Fauci voiced strong support for reopening schools, but only for the lower grades with children who would not so easily spread the coronavirus. "Whereas younger children … they do not transmit as readily." Fauci repeatedly referred to "some data" that backed up the claim, but more so pointed to President Joe Biden’s plan, the American Rescue Act, to help return younger grades to in-person learning. IOWA GOVERNOR LIFTS MASK REQUIREMENTS, OTHER CORONAVIRUS RESTRICTIONS"It’s just that the demand clearly outstrips the supply right now," Fauci said.

Source: Fox News February 07, 2021 18:18 UTC