2 cases of omicron variant confirmed in U.K.; Fauci 'would not be surprised' if new strain is already in the U.S.

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Nov 27, 2021 2 cases of omicron variant confirmed in U.K.; Fauci 'would not be surprised' if new strain is already in the U.S. Dr. Anthony Fauci told NBC News' "Weekend TODAY" that he "would not be surprised" if the new coronavirus strain, called omicron, was already in the U.S. after the British health secretary confirmed two cases of the variant Saturday. The World Health Organization identified omicron as a "variant of concern" Friday. Read More Follow Us Get the NBC News Mobile App Check out all NBC News newsletters here. 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 View in browser | Unsubscribe | Contact | Privacy