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StoryGraph Biggest Story 2020-04-18 -- social distancing, new york gov. andrew cuomo, public health, covid 19, the federal government

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Trump announces $19 billion relief program for farmers


President Trump announced the federal government would be distributing $19 billion in relief funds to U.S. farmers to help them cope with the economic downturn from the COVID-19 pandemic.


Trump Encourages Protest Against Governors Who Have Imposed Virus Restrictions


The president’s stark departure from his message on Thursday night, when he announced guidelines for governors to reopen their states and said they would “call your own shots,” suggested he was ced


Flaws in America’s Plan to Save Midsize Business Portend More Trouble


Congress has left it to the Federal Reserve to come to companies’ rescue, but the program may not be enough.


The Coronavirus Outbreak


Everything you need to know about coronavirus, including the latest news, how it is impacting our lives, and how to prepare and protect yourself.


‘They’re Death Pits’: Virus Claims at Least 7,000 Lives in U.S. Nursing Homes


More than six weeks after the first coronavirus deaths in a nursing home, outbreaks unfold across the country. About a fifth of U.S. virus deaths are linked to nursing facilities.


‘Liberate’: Trump tweets support of protests against stay-at-home orders


Trump urged the "liberation" of Minnesota, Michigan and Virginia, three Democrat-led states where protesters are defying safety measures intended to stop the spread of the coronavirus.


Analysis | From ‘anybody’ can get tested to the states need to test: How Trump has shifted his rhetoric on coronavirus testing


Over the past month, the president has shifted his public assurances about coronavirus testing no fewer than five times.


Cuomo to Trump: How many times do you want me to say 'Thank you'? - CNN Video


New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he's thanked President Trump enough for federal efforts but will still need more assistance in reopening the state of New York.


Governors say Trump's reopening plan missing a key component: nationwide testing


President Donald Trump's plan to reopen the country lacks a strategy for nationwide testing, something he's long-resisted.


Coronavirus’ reach from beyond the grave: Deceased body transmits COVID-19


Family members should not touch the body of a loved one who dies at home of suspected COVID-19 infection.


White House says US has enough tests for first phase of reopening


The White House on Friday said that states have enough coronavirus tests to be able to enter the first phase of its plan for reopening the economy.


Pence says states have the testing they need to reopen, rebutting Democratic criticisms


Vice President Mike Pence said Friday that states have enough test for the coronavirus to reopen their economies, pushing back against criticisms that the administration has failed to sufficiently


Trump Announces $19 Billion Relief Plan For US Farmers


President Donald Trump announced a $19 billion relief program for U.S. farmers suffering under the coronavirus Friday.


Governor Says He Tried To Call Trump, Pence To Find Out What ‘Liberate Minnesota’ Means


Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is reportedly seeking clarification from President Donald Trump about the president’s “Liberate Minnesota” tweet Friday.


Minnesota Mom: My Daughter Is Not Getting the Schooling We Paid For


A stylist attending the protest outside of Gov. Tim Walz’s residence on Friday said her daughter is not getting the schooling they paid for.


Hair Stylist at Liberate Minnesota Protest: Let Us Take Responsibility


Hundreds of protesters gathered in front of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s (D) residence on Friday to demand the end of the stay-at-home orders.


Jay Inslee: Trump's Call to 'Liberate' States Could Lead to 'Violence'


Washington Gov. Jay Inslee (D) accused President Donald Trump of encouraging "illegal and dangerous acts" that could lead to "violence."


Trump Foments Protests Against Governors; Experts Warn of Testing Shortages


The president issued calls to ‘LIBERATE’ states, and several announced plans to ease restrictions. At least 7,000 of the virus deaths in the U.S. are connected to nursing homes.


Pence says states have enough COVID-19 tests to start phase 1 of White House recovery plan


The Trump administration sought Friday to alleviate fears about the availability of mass testing for the coronavirus, with Vice President Mike Pence telling reporters that states "have enough tests


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