Trump says not pressing U.S. government for coronavirus vaccine for political reasons

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event in Phoenix, Arizona U.S., September 14, 2020. (REUTERS Photo)

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event in Phoenix, Arizona U.S., September 14, 2020. (REUTERS Photo)

WASHINGTON, September 15 (Reuters): President Donald Trump on Tuesday told Fox News he is not pressuring the U.S. government for a vaccine against the deadly coronavirus for political reasons.

"I'm not doing it for political reasons. I want the vaccine fast," said Trump, whose chances at re-election in November hinge on his response to the Covid-19 pandemic.