NEW -- The Biden administration is purchasing a half billion at-home COVID tests to send out at no charge to every American who wants one.

Yes, this is precisely 15 days after the Biden administration ridiculed this idea.

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Also, a half billion is a big number, but it's important to remember that there are a third of a billion Americans. So not even enough for two per person.

What happens when they run out? No details on that yet.
The administration is also finalizing a requirement for private insurers to cover the cost of at-home tests, which will also take effect next month.
And, yes, delivery of the tests will be via the postal service.

But as long as the packaging does not resemble a mail ballot, it should be fine.

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