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Fully vaccinated White House staff took off their masks as news of the CDC's announcement came over the loudspeaker

Azmi HarounMay 14, 2021, 02:20 IST

Business Insider

President Joe Biden walks with the Biden family dogs, Champ and Major Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021, on the South Lawn of the White House.White House/Adam Schultz

Vaccinated White House staff and reporters reportedly took off their masks Thursday.
The CDC announced that fully vaccinated individuals can take their masks off indoors and outdoors in most situations.

Vaccinated White House staff were seen taking off their masks, following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's announcement that fully vaccinated individuals can take their masks off indoors as well as outdoors.

A White House aide made the announcement over a loud speaker, according to Bloomberg reporter Jennifer Jacobs. Several White House reporters shared images of people's reactions.

The announcement meant that fully vaccinated reporters working in and around the White House could also remove their masks while working.