Health Security

The U.S. government’s approach to public health seems certain to change when the second Trump administration begins on January 20. But what powers do states have to determine and take action on their own public health priorities?

The latest on the virus’s spread, potential economic impacts, vaccine development, and how concerned the general public should be.

Experts share how they expect a Harris or Trump administration would affect abortion access, health care costs, federal agencies, global health, gun violence, and immigration.

The 2024 U.S. elections will shape the future of global health policy, determining whether the nation will continue to provide crucial leadership to advance global health. 

A global agreement on pandemic preparedness and response would address the weaknesses exposed by COVID-19, but countries are still struggling to find consensus.