'It's difficult for him:' Tracy Morgan defended Pres. Trump from critics amid COVID-19
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Comedian Tracy Morgan defended President Donald Trump from critics on Tuesday, April 7 and called for national unity amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.The "Saturday Night Live" alum began his interview on "Today" by shedding light on how quarantine life had been for him so far, joking to NBC anchor Hoda Kotb that he and his wife had been "role-playing a lot now."Shortly after, Morgan praised medical staff, first responders, police and firefighters, calling them "heroes," and saying they deserve "respect.""The struggle is real.
Treasury secretary: Additional $250 billion sought for small businesses
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration will seek an additional $250 billion to support a program designed to help small businesses keep workers employed through the coronavirus outbreak, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said.Mnuchin said in a tweet on Tuesday that he was seeking the additional funds at the direction of President Donald Trump.
President Trump removes watchdog tapped for virus rescue oversight
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has removed the inspector general who was tapped to chair a special oversight board of the $2.2 trillion economic package intended to help businesses and individuals affected by the coronavirus, officials said Tuesday.Glenn Fine, the acting Defense Department inspector general and a veteran watchdog, had been selected by peers last month for the position.
Exclusive poll: When it comes to virus response, New York prefers Gov. Cuomo over Pres. Trump
ALBANY, N.Y. — Nexstar Media Group partnered with Emerson College to take New York’s pulse with an exclusive poll about health, finances and how our leaders are handling the outbreak.
'Glimmers of progress:' Pres. Trump tempers officials' grave assessments on COVID-19 with optimism
WASHINGTON — The U.S. surgeon general said Sunday, April 5 that Americans should brace for levels of tragedy reminiscent of the Sept. 11 attacks and the bombing of Pearl Harbor, while the nation’s infectious disease chief warned that the new coronavirus may never be completely eradicated from the globe.Those were some of the most grim assessments yet for the immediate future and beyond.
President Trump warns US is facing 'toughest' weeks ahead
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump warned Saturday that the county could be headed into its “toughest” weeks yet as the coronavirus death toll mounts, but at the same time he expressed growing impatience with social distancing guidelines and said he’s eager to get the country reopened and its stalled economy back on track.“There will be a lot of death, unfortunately,” President Trump said in a somber start to his daily briefing on the pandemic. "There will be death.”Joining President Trump were Vice President Mike Pence, virus task force coordinator Dr.
President Trump speaks with sports commissioners about COVID-19 response, community work
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump met by phone with many U.S. pro sports leaders Saturday to discuss how that industry has been affected by the global coronavirus pandemic, saying he was looking forward to the resumption of competitions “as soon as we can.”The NBA, NHL, NFL and Major League Baseball were all represented on the call by their commissioners — Adam Silver, Gary Bettman, Roger Goodell and Rob Manfred, respectively.“I want fans back in the arenas,” President Trump said later in a briefing at the White House. “I think it’s ...
President Trump fires watchdog who handled Ukraine complaint
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump abruptly fired the inspector general of the intelligence community, sidelining an independent watchdog who played a pivotal role in his impeachment even as his White House struggles with the deepening coronavirus pandemic.President Trump informed the House and Senate intelligence committees late Friday of his decision to fire Michael Atkinson, according to letters obtained by The Associated Press.
Face masks recommended, though President Trump says he won't wear one
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says his administration is encouraging many Americans to wear face masks in public, though he stresses that the recommendation is optional and is conceding that he will not be complying with it.The new guidelines encourage people to use more rudimentary covering like T-shirts, bandannas and non-medical masks.The new recommendations are set to be announced at a time when states are bracing for critical shortfalls like those that other parts of the world have experienced.
Trump administration moves toward promoting broader use of face masks
WASHINGTON — Washing your hands, not touching your face and keeping your distance.
Trump administration pledges crackdown on black-market medical gear
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s administration is looking to crack down on a growing black market of medical supplies.The national Defense Production Act policy coordinator, Peter Navarro, says there is a "black market springing up" to drive up prices of protective gear.He said the federal government would step in to stop the practice.But President Trump added that states would remain the primary purchaser of medical supplies and that the federal government would remain in a backup role.
'First things, let’s put out the fire:' Record jobless claims but Dems, GOP divide over rescue bill
WASHINGTON — Fresh data on Thursday that detailed a record avalanche of unemployment claims offered no signs of easing the rift between Democrats and Republicans over the need for new legislation financing infrastructure and other job-creation programs.With the coronavirus barreling across the country and sending the economy into a deep freeze, the report that 6.6 million people filed for jobless benefits last week made congressional action “even more critical,” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., told reporters.
Report: Increased security for Dr. Anthony Fauci after threats received
BETHESDA, Md. -- The nation's top infectious disease expert is under increased security after receiving threats, according to The Washington Post.Dr.
Poll: Less than 1/2 of Americans approve of federal pandemic response
WASHINGTON — Americans give high marks to state and local governments for their handling of the fast-moving coronavirus pandemic that has swiftly remade everyday life.
New Marquette Law poll shows strong support for government actions to control COVID-19
MILWAUKEE – A new Marquette Law School poll of Wisconsin registered voters released on Wednesday, April 1 finds strong support for government actions to control the coronavirus pandemic, even as the poll also shows these actions to be having a substantial financial impact on voters.Eighty-six percent say that it was appropriate to close schools and businesses, and restrict public gatherings, while 10 percent say that this was an overreaction to the pandemic.
President Trump administration rules gun shops 'essential' amid virus
WASHINGTON -- The Trump administration has ruled that gun shops are considered “essential” businesses that should remain open as other businesses are closed to try to stop the spread of coronavirus.
President Trump says 'life and death' at stake in following guidelines
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump warned Americans to brace for a “hell of a bad two weeks” ahead as the White House projected there could be 100,000 to 240,000 deaths in the U.S. from the coronavirus pandemic even if current social distancing guidelines are maintained.Public health officials stressed Tuesday that the number could be less if people across the country bear down on keeping their distance from one another.“We really believe we can do a lot better than that,” said Dr.
