The World Food Program chief said “more people could potentially die from the economic impact of COVID-19 than from the virus itself.”
Author: William Cummings, USA TODAY
CDC Director Redfield warns second coronavirus wave could be ‘more difficult,’ hit same time as flu
The CDC director warned if a second wave comes in the fall, “We’re going to have the flu epidemic and the coronavirus epidemic at the same time.”
‘Keep your voice down’: Trump has another confrontation with a reporter at coronavirus briefing
Weijia Jiang asked Trump why he didn’t warn Americans earlier about COVID-19. “So, do you acknowledge that you didn’t think it was going to spread?” she asked.
Majority of voters support social distancing measures to slow coronavirus, polls find
Despite recent protests against the restrictive orders, most voters support social distancing orders and want to see them continue.
Governors slam Trump’s call to ‘liberate’ states where protesters object to coronavirus restrictions
“It is dangerous because it can inspire people to ignore things that actually can save their lives,” Gov. Jay Inslee said of Trump’s tweets.
Mnuchin says deal ‘very close’ on billions more for small-business loans
The deal would include $300 billion in new funds for small businesses to pay their employees, as well as $75 billion for hospitals, Mnuchin said.
‘It’s a terrific symbol’: Mnuchin takes credit for adding Trump’s name to coronavirus stimulus checks
“That was my idea,” Mnuchin said of including Trump’s name. “He is the president, and I think it’s a terrific symbol to the American public.”
Here’s what the Constitution’s 10th Amendment says about Trump’s claim to have total authority over states
Law professor Jonathan Turley said the 10th Amendment is a guard against constitutional “mission creep” and contradicts Trump’s claim of total power.
‘We are the verge of a massive collapse’: Ex-Energy Secretary Perry says COVID-19 will ravage oil industry
“I’m telling you, we are on the verge of a massive collapse,” Perry said of the impact the plunge in oil prices could have on U.S. operators.
About 6 in 10 voters think Trump was not prepared for coronavirus outbreak, poll finds
When asked if they would trust Trump if he were to recommend an end to social distancing measures, a majority said they would not.