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The United States is "deeply concerned" about the detention of a human rights activist in Venezuela, a White House spokesman says, warning that the administration of President Joe Biden is watching the situation "very, very closely." "We are aware of reports that Rocio San Miguel, and I think a couple of members of her family, now have been taken into custody. We're deeply concerned about that," National Security Council spokesman John Kirby tells reporters at a White House briefing. SOUNDBITE
Dr. Deborah Birx one of the White House's most senior coronavirus advisers, issued a dire warning on November 2. Dr. Birx her warned the Covid-19 pandemic is going to get much, much worse before it gets any better. Birx said: "We are entering the most concerning and most deadly phase of this pandemic". Dr. Birx went on to warn that the coming weeks and months could lead to an increased mortality rate from the virus. Dr, Birx warned that the US could see more than 100,000 new cases per day this week. Birx cautions that as hospitals fill up, we could see a return to hospitals operating at capacity and rationing ventilators.
US National Security Advisor says that "all options are on the table" in Venezuela, in response to a journalists' question regarding whether American forces will get involved in the country. SOUNDBITE
White House spokesman Josh Earnest says residents in the path of Hurricane Matthew should heed the warning to evacuate and take shelter. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
The White House says the results of the election for Venezuela's National Assembly show a clear desire for change. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
White House says Obama will sign legislation to sanction government officials in Venezuelan in response to government abuses. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
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