Republican senator claims there’s ‘no reason to be pushing’ Covid vaccines

Ron Johnson, who has no medical expertise or background, made comments during interview with conservative talk radio host

The Republican senator Ron Johnson, of Wisconsin, questioned the need for widespread Covid-19 vaccinations, saying in a radio interview what do you care if your neighbor has one or not?"

Johnson, who has no medical expertise or background, made the comments on Thursday during an interview with the conservative talk radio host Vicki McKenna. Contrary to what medical experts advise, Johnson has said he doesn't need to be vaccinated because he had Covid-19 in the fall. On Thursday, he went further, questioning why anyone would get vaccinated or worry about why others have not.