Trump did have a standing invitation to throw out a first pitch from Yankees President Randy Levine, whom he called a “great friend,” but nothing specific had been arranged. Throwing out the first pitch for that much-anticipated event was Anthony S. Fauci, the Trump administration’s top infectious-disease official. Trump was irritated that Fauci was given the honor, the Times reported, citing an official familiar with his reaction. ADThe Yankees’ game Monday against the host Philadelphia Phillies was postponed after an outbreak hit the Miami Marlins, who had just played in Philadelphia. Fauci said he briefed Trump on the development, which involves a test of the possible vaccine on 15,000 people while another 15,000 participants receive a placebo.

Source: Washington Post July 28, 2020 10:31 UTC