CDC's Testing Challenges
The initial testing rollout by the CDC faced significant setbacks, causing delays in the country's response to the virus. Redfield defended the agency's actions, asserting that the CDC developed a working test quickly, but emphasized that broader testing capacity fell under the healthcare industry's purview. The disconnect between public expectations and the CDC's role highlights a deeper issue regarding the government's ability to manage the outbreak effectively.In this clip
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