New York City administered just over 8,300 doses of the coronavirus vaccine on Monday, a decrease of more than 2,100 shots compared to the number given out seven days ago, and far fewer than the 12,170 jabs given on Wednesday as Gov.
Andrew Cuomo pinned the slow pace on poor hospital leadership. On Monday, Cuomo threatened that hospitals in the state who failed to work through their initial allotment of the vaccine supply would face fines of up to $100,000, and that those who felt overwhelmed should contact the state and opt out of distribution plans.
The threat faced criticism from many, namely New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio, who reportedly said it was "arrogance," and added that the governor should instead come up with a plan to help.
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