Hantavirus scare and more: Letters to the Editor — May 17, 2026
A collection of opinion letters to the editor addresses various political and social issues, including a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship, Medicaid fraud, and criticism of government officials. Writers express concern over border security, police destruction of mopeds, and perceived leniency toward left-wing extremism. The letters also touch on past handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and calls for accountability.
- ▪A hantavirus outbreak occurred on the MV Hondius cruise ship near Tenerife.
- ▪Alejandro Mayorkas is criticized for previously stating the U.S. border was secure despite current concerns.
- ▪Over 5,700 mopeds have been destroyed by the NYPD this year, prompting criticism.
- ▪Readers call for accountability in Medicaid fraud and for actions taken during the Biden administration.
- ▪Dr. Anthony Fauci is mentioned in relation to expired statutes on potential charges tied to the pandemic.
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Opinion letters to the editor Hantavirus scare and more: Letters to the Editor — May 17, 2026 By Post readers Published May 16, 2026, 11:39 a.m. ET The cruise ship MV Hondius, affected by a hantavirus outbreak, leaves the port of Granadilla de Abona, Tenerife last week. REUTERS Hantavirus scare Stop with the fearmongering about hantavirus (“Ship of Fools,” Betsy McCaughey, PostOpinion, May 14). The chances of getting sick from this virus are less than getting struck by lightning. Next you will have an article about masks and social distancing. Carolyn Lieberman Rockville Centre JD: Find the fraud It’s good that the federal government is finally serious about Medicaid fraud (“Medicaid warning,” May 14).
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