Texas’s Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated an inquiry into the producers of the COVID-19 vaccine, claiming that they have exaggerated the efficacy of their vaccine. Despite the thorough review process and the scientific confirmation of the vaccines’ success in preventing severe illness, Paxton is accusing the vaccine makers such as Pfizer and Moderna of manipulating the coronavirus data and perhaps exaggerating the effectiveness of the shots.
Despite the fact that the COVID-19 vaccines were initially given an emergency use authorization, which means a lower level of proof is required, ongoing research and data is still needed to show that the vaccines are effective in stopping severe illness. Despite opposition from vaccine producers and experts, the Attorney General is continuing with the inquiry.
The allegations made by Paxton have been strongly denied by the vaccine manufacturers, who maintain that they have followed rigorous scientific protocols to ensure the safety and efficacy of their vaccines. Experts have also dismissed Paxton’s claims as unfounded.
In other Texas political news, Rep. Colin Allred has announced his plans to challenge Sen. Ted Cruz, and a lawsuit has been filed against the Federal Aviation Administration over SpaceX’s botched rocket launch. These stories and more can be heard in the audio player above.
