Despite coronavirus spread, Trump considers reopening U.S. economy
President Donald Trump said on Monday he is considering how to reopen the U.S. economy when a 15-day shutdown ends next week, even as the highly contagious coronavirus is spreading rapidly and hospitals are bracing for a wave of virus-related deaths.
Trump: Asian-Americans not responsible for virus, need protection
U.S. President Donald Trump, who has been accused of racism in labeling the coronavirus pandemic the “Chinese virus,” said on Monday that Asian-Americans were not responsible for spreading the disease and needed to be protected.
U.S. clinical trials of possible coronavirus treatments to start in NY on Tuesday – Trump
President Donald Trump on Monday said a clinical trial for possible treatment of the deadly coronavirus will begin in New York soon, reiterating his belief that a combination of anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine and the antibiotic azithromycin could…
$2 trillion coronavirus aid package stalls in U.S. Senate
A far-reaching coronavirus economic stimulus package remained stalled in the U.S. Senate on Monday as Democrats said it contained too little money for states and hospitals and not enough restrictions on a fund to help big businesses.
U.S. states, cities desperate for coronavirus help, military prepares
Several more U.S. governors on Monday joined the procession of states ordering millions of Americans to stay at home to slow the spread of the coronavirus, while President Trump signaled he’s considering a move in the opposite direction.
Justice Department launches probes into hoarding as coronavirus cases grow
U.S. Attorney General William Barr said on Monday the Justice Department has already launched investigations into the possible hoarding of crucial medical supplies that are in high demand as the coronavirus pandemic continues to strain hospitals across…
Tipping goes virtual as coronavirus decimates U.S. restaurant jobs
As restaurants and bars across the United States shut their doors and lay off their staff in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, America’s famed service culture is moving online – with regulars paying their out-of-work waiters, favorite bar staff, and even total strangers via virtual tip jars.
New Jersey to release some county jail inmates until coronavirus outbreak eases
New Jersey said on Monday it plans to temporarily release low-risk inmates serving county jail sentences to limit the spread of the coronavirus, following similar moves by some cities and counties in the United States.
Trump signs order against hoarding, price gouging in fight against coronavirus
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday to prevent hoarding and price gouging of supplies needed to fight the deadly coronavirus, a spokeswoman said.
New Mexico governor issues statewide stay-at-home order
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday issued a statewide stay-at-home order asking residents to remain in their houses to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
