The Federal Response to COVID-19 Could Be Strengthened by Timely Actions

Published: Sept. 21, 2020, noon

In response to COVID-19, Congress and federal agencies have taken unprecedented steps to direct funding and federal assistance to individuals, businesses, and communities. However, despite these efforts, the nation continues to face significant loss of life and profound economic disruptions. We've been monitoring and reviewing the federal response to COVID-19 and issuing by-monthly reports about our review. We talk with some of the directors who are leading GAO's effort to audit the federal response to COVID-19.