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Now, in the United States, where the corona virus seemed to disappear, the spread is becoming clearer, centering on the northeast area.
House Speaker Pelosi, who had close contact with President Biden, also tested positive for the virus, raising concerns.
Correspondent Kim Soo-hyung reports from Washington.
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Although the U.S. has an average of less than 30,000 confirmed cases per day, the infection is rapidly re-spreading in major cities in the northeast, including Washington DC and New York City.
As of the 7th, the average number of confirmed cases per week per week increased by 106% in Washington DC and 51% in New York City compared to two weeks ago, the New York Times reported.
[Pouch / Chief Medical Adviser of the White House: We will see an increase in the number of corona patients over the next couple of weeks.
We hope we don't have a surge in hospitalizations because we have enough immunity.]
In particular, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Commerce Secretary Ramondo, Attorney General Garland, and other federal lawmakers have tested positive for the virus.
Pelosi recently had direct physical contact with President Biden.
The White House said President Biden was not affected by the virus if he was infected.
[Jen Saki/White House Spokesperson: President Biden may become infected with Corona at any moment.
He also did a second booster shot and did what was needed.
The president's doctors think he will be able to continue his job.]
The U.S. has lifted the mandatory wearing of masks indoors and outdoors.
Vice President Harris also did not wear a mask during the US Senate meeting.
On Broadway in New York, some performances were canceled one after another as famous actors tested positive for the coronavirus.