Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Biden to Receive COVID-19 Vaccination VOA News U.S. President-elect Joe Biden is set to receive a COVID-19 vaccination Monday. Biden said in a statement he looks forward to having it administered publicly "and continuing to build confidence in the scientific process." Other U.S. leaders received their vaccinations last week, including Vice President Mike Pence, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. Monday also brings the arrival of a vaccine produced by Moderna to sites across the country. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave the Moderna vaccine emergency authorization on Friday. .