DeSantis demands more Regeneron for Florida, but antibody not effective against omicron, studies show
Gov. Ron DeSantis says the Biden Administration is holding back on sending needed supplies of monoclonal antibodies and is “getting in the way of lifesaving treatments for Floridians.” But experts say the drug he wants doesn't work against the dominant omicron variant.
Trump, out of sight, tweets up storm, says he ‘feels great’
In a new White House video posted Wednesday evening, Trump said his illness had shed light on an experimental antibody cocktail that he tied to his improved condition. The White House has released only limited details about his condition and treatment, leading to questions about what lies ahead for Trump. Access to Trump for White House aides has been extremely limited since his discharge. All told, more than a dozen White House staffers have tested positive. He also thanked a supporter who tweeted she “would wade though a sea of COVID infested water to vote for President Trump on November 3rd."
Experimental antibody given to Trump with ‘compassionate use request’
“I’m going to Walter Reed hospital,” Trump said. The President landed at the hospital at 6:30 p.m. Friday where he is expected to remain for a few days. “Following PCR-confirmation of the President’s diagnosis, as a precautionary measure he received a single 8-gram dose of Regeneron’s polyclonal antibody cocktail. The FDA allows the drug to be administered under “an emergency use declaration.” Trials showed effectiveness under some circumstances. “He has completed his first dose and is resting comfortably,” Conley wrote in an update released through the White House.