Why doesn't Biden declare a National (health) Emergency

[Rosco T.]

Wouldn't that make getting things pushed thru simpler? Or has one already been declared

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

1. He is invoking the Defense Production Act.

The Defense Production Act is the primary source of presidential authority to expedite and expand the supply of materials and services from industries as needed.

[maxsolomon]

2. Give him a hot minute please

it's 72 hours since he was sworn in

[lettucebe]

6. No kidding. Hard to read all the "why hasn't he done this or that yet" messages

Give some time please, at least a couple weeks for crying out loud. We've had to leader for four friggen years, it's going to take more than 24-hours to fix this mess.

[KY_EnviroGuy]

3. It's too early to ask for such things, IMO. They don't even have staff in place,....

computer systems up and stable, offices assigned, etc.

I believe the Biden administration will avoid pushing actions of that scope without having all the necessary resources in place for a smooth execution. In stark contrast, the last administration shot from the hip constantly with little or no preparation or resources.

Others with historical knowledge can provide a better estimate but it seems that allowing a couple of weeks to settle in and solidify relations with Congress is prudent before expecting radical moves.

KY

[Make7]

4. The National Emergency declared last March is still active. ( n/t )

[GeorgeGist]

5. It already exists.

https://www.phe.gov/emergency/news/healthactions/phe/Pages/covid19-07Jan2021.aspx

[mcar]

7. One already exists

But do continue with the "why doesn't Biden" activity.