Biden warns of "winter of severe illness" for unvaccinated Americans

What he's saying: "I want to send a direct message to the American people: Due to the steps we've taken, Omicron has not yet spread as fast as it would have otherwise done," Biden said.

• "But it's here now, and it's spreading and it's going to increase," Biden said. "For unvaccinated, we are looking at a winter of severe illness and death — if you’re unvaccinated — for themselves, their families, and the hospitals they’ll soon overwhelm.
• "But there's good news: If you're vaccinated and you had your booster shot, you're protected from severe illness and death," Biden added.