Pritzker says FDA approval will spur vaccinations, mandates

Published August 24, 2021 5:00pm ET



Gov. J.B. Pritzker said vaccinations will pick up in Illinois after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted full approval to the Pfizer vaccine, it could also lead to additional vaccine mandates.

The vaccine now carries the strongest endorsement from the FDA, as the United States becomes the first country to fully approve the shot.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.