Dr. Birx says anyone who was recently in New York should self-quarantine for 14 days, no matter where they are now https://t.co/Q3cBxtKuOh pic.twitter.com/fgmErK0zIW— CBS News (@CBSNews) March 24, 2020
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Dr. Birx says anyone who was recently in New York should self-quarantine for 14 days, no matter where they are now
Trump says if states want the federal government to be a good partner to them in fighting coronavirus, "they have to treat us well."
Trump says if states want the federal government to be a good partner to them in fighting coronavirus, "they have to treat us well." pic.twitter.com/ixao0a1UdN— subscribe to my newsletter (@brianbeutler) March 24, 2020
Gov. Jared Polis has signed into law a bill abolishing Colorado's death penalty. Colorado now becomes the 22nd state to end the use of capital punishment.
Gov. Jared Polis has signed into law a bill abolishing Colorado's death penalty.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) March 25, 2020
Colorado now becomes the 22nd state to end the use of capital punishment.https://t.co/KTYmWfHZN4
HAPPENING NOW: Dr. Fauci and Dr. Birx urge people leaving New York to self-isolate for 2 weeks
HAPPENING NOW: Dr. Fauci and Dr. Birx urge people leaving New York to self-isolate for 2 weeks pic.twitter.com/CzxoGKNVJz— Norah O'Donnell🇺🇸 (@NorahODonnell) March 24, 2020
A viral plea to let grandparents sacrifice themselves captures a truth about Trump
A viral plea to let grandparents sacrifice themselves captures a truth about Trump https://t.co/yuE4FyvaLX— Tim (@timupland) March 24, 2020
Wall Street surges on hopes of $2 trillion rescue package
Wall Street surges on hopes of $2 trillion rescue package https://t.co/MFHbOVb6YP pic.twitter.com/o2moRhGDUO— Reuters (@Reuters) March 24, 2020
Trump is playing Russian roulette with Americans’ lives
Trump is playing Russian roulette with Americans’ lives https://t.co/Fda3cLh9oL— Tim (@timupland) March 24, 2020
Administering coronavirus tests requires time and supplies that are already running out. But aggressive testing has proven to be the best way to track and isolate the disease, stopping its spread. The best path forward depends on where you are.
Administering coronavirus tests requires time and supplies that are already running out. But aggressive testing has proven to be the best way to track and isolate the disease, stopping its spread. The best path forward depends on where you are. https://t.co/roMLuvWug9— ProPublica (@propublica) March 24, 2020
We need to put #FamiliesFirst during this crisis. They are relying on us to prioritize their health and economic security -- not that of big corporations.
We need to put #FamiliesFirst during this crisis. They are relying on us to prioritize their health and economic security -- not that of big corporations. pic.twitter.com/L7zyO0YnB4— Nancy Pelosi (@TeamPelosi) March 24, 2020
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo pleaded with the federal government to release a stockpile of ventilators for people who desperately need them as the number of coronavirus cases continue to spike in the state. Follow for live updates on coronavirus
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo pleaded with the federal government to release a stockpile of ventilators for people who desperately need them as the number of coronavirus cases continue to spike in the state. Follow for live updates on coronavirus: https://t.co/3MesJr1PBX pic.twitter.com/5SNUzdyThQ— Reuters (@Reuters) March 24, 2020
We’re fighting to ensure no one goes into financial ruin because of coronavirus. Service and industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, and more. We’re fighting to make sure there are no bailouts without strict conditions that put people and workers first.
We’re fighting to ensure no one goes into financial ruin because of coronavirus. Service and industry workers, gig workers, freelancers, and more.— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) March 24, 2020
We’re fighting to make sure there are no bailouts without strict conditions that put people and workers first. pic.twitter.com/NQhlFRi47b
Some cancer patients face delayed surgeries and scaled-back treatments as the coronavirus advances
Some cancer patients face delayed surgeries and scaled-back treatments as the coronavirus advances https://t.co/8NqcbSPWCW— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) March 24, 2020
Get ready to hear the phrase "black tags"
Get ready to hear the phrase "black tags"— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) March 24, 2020
On a call with a nurse at the end of her physical and mental endurance. Agonizing.— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) March 24, 2020
1. Burning through supplies (not just ppe) at prodigious rate.
2. Tests taking 6-7 days to come back STILL.
3. Exhaustion even before peak.
4. "We will be putting lot of black tags on 70+."
Precautionary methods against #COVID19 — like social distancing and quarantine — are forcing some people to share close quarters with their abusers.
Precautionary methods against #COVID19 — like social distancing and quarantine — are forcing some people to share close quarters with their abusers. https://t.co/BONUOsSVVq— Sen. Maggie Hassan (@SenatorHassan) March 24, 2020
Narrator: trump did in fact screw up
Narrator: trump did in fact screw up. https://t.co/bTFZfosYmA— Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) March 24, 2020
Holy shit. Trump just accused Cuomo of establishing "death panels" - an insane, debunked, bullshit Fox News conspiracy theory - AT THE SAME TIME HE'S LITERALLY TRYING TO GET PEOPLE BACK ONTO THE STREETS AMID A PANDEMIC WHICH WILL COST THOUSANDS OF LIVES
Holy shit. Trump just accused Cuomo of establishing "death panels" - an insane, debunked, bullshit Fox News conspiracy theory - AT THE SAME TIME HE'S LITERALLY TRYING TO GET PEOPLE BACK ONTO THE STREETS AMID A PANDEMIC WHICH WILL COST THOUSANDS OF LIVES.pic.twitter.com/VDJme5hZFP— Brian Tyler Cohen (@briantylercohen) March 24, 2020
Birx describing testing problems, mentions New York high transmission rates. Trump interjects: "Do you blame the governor for that?" Birx completely ignores him and keeps talking as if Trump said nothing at all. Fox cuts to commercial the moment Birx is done.
Birx describing testing problems, mentions New York high transmission rates.— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) March 24, 2020
Trump interjects: "Do you blame the governor for that?"
Birx completely ignores him and keeps talking as if Trump said nothing at all.
Fox cuts to commercial the moment Birx is done.#expertise
Dr. Fauci has grown bolder in correcting Trump's falsehoods and overly rosy statements about the coronavirus. And now Trump’s patience has started to wear thin, NYT reports. So has the patience of some W.H. advisers, who see Fauci as taking shots at Trump.
Dr. Fauci has grown bolder in correcting Trump's falsehoods and overly rosy statements about the coronavirus. And now Trump’s patience has started to wear thin, NYT reports. So has the patience of some W.H. advisers, who see Fauci as taking shots at Trump. https://t.co/L0J7TmDJUA— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) March 24, 2020
Americans Think Governors Are Doing a Better Job on Coronavirus Than Trump | COURIER
Americans Think Governors Are Doing a Better Job on Coronavirus Than Trump | COURIER https://t.co/46rG1lSQfQ— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) March 24, 2020
Liz Cheney gets it. Lindsey Graham gets it. Ted Cruz gets it. It’s basically down to Donald Trump and the most deranged members of his cult - mostly in right-wing media - who are pushing this idiotic, deadly false choice between our health and our economy.
Liz Cheney gets it. Lindsey Graham gets it. Ted Cruz gets it.— Jon Favreau (@jonfavs) March 24, 2020
It’s basically down to Donald Trump and the most deranged members of his cult - mostly in right-wing media - who are pushing this idiotic, deadly false choice between our health and our economy. https://t.co/NmAKIWZeoY
Pelosi tells @MSNBC that in a negotiation with Republicans and Mnuchin, she quoted Pope Francis' world prayer on responsibility. She said Mnuchin responded by saying, 'you're quoting the Pope, I'm going to quote the markets.' "I thought he was going to quote the Old Testament."
Pelosi tells @MSNBC that in a negotiation with Republicans and Mnuchin, she quoted Pope Francis' world prayer on responsibility.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) March 24, 2020
She said Mnuchin responded by saying, 'you're quoting the Pope, I'm going to quote the markets.' "I thought he was going to quote the Old Testament."
Senators who led pharma-friendly patent reform also prime targets for pharma cash Sen. Thom Tillis received more than $156,000 from political action committees tied to drug manufacturers in 2019, more than any other member of Congress
Senators who led pharma-friendly patent reform also prime targets for pharma cash— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) March 24, 2020
Sen. Thom Tillis received more than $156,000 from political action committees tied to drug manufacturers in 2019, more than any other member of Congress.#OneTermThomhttps://t.co/syu0rxCi5m
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an executive order requiring all travelers from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut to self-quarantine for 14 days immediately upon landing in the Sunshine State
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an executive order requiring all travelers from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut to self-quarantine for 14 days immediately upon landing in the Sunshine State.https://t.co/jImTvcy82T— New York Daily News (@NYDailyNews) March 24, 2020
Texas and Ohio have included abortions among the nonessential surgeries and medical procedures that they are requiring to be delayed, setting off a new front in the fight over abortion rights in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S.
Texas and Ohio have included abortions among the nonessential surgeries and medical procedures that they are requiring to be delayed, setting off a new front in the fight over abortion rights in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S. https://t.co/O3eBq1wYnQ— The New York Times (@nytimes) March 24, 2020
As we endure a global health crisis, access to quality health care is more critical than ever. I am calling on @realDonaldTrump & @TheJusticeDept to drop their support for the lawsuit to repeal the ACA and #ProtectOurCare #ForThePeople.
As we endure a global health crisis, access to quality health care is more critical than ever.— Rep. Jim McGovern (@RepMcGovern) March 24, 2020
I am calling on @realDonaldTrump & @TheJusticeDept to drop their support for the lawsuit to repeal the ACA and #ProtectOurCare #ForThePeople. pic.twitter.com/MnvZjlxU14
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says its "Very important we flatten that curve" and "Do what the professionals" are telling us on #COVIDー19 . Observes that social order breakdown is a possibility in countries without resilient health systems. Does not name those countries
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says its "Very important we flatten that curve" and "Do what the professionals" are telling us on #COVIDー19 . Observes that social order breakdown is a possibility in countries without resilient health systems. Does not name those countries— Patrick Tucker (@DefTechPat) March 24, 2020
Pharmacists told @ProPublica that they are seeing unusual and fraudulent prescribing activity as doctors stockpile unproven coronavirus drugs endorsed by President Donald Trump.
Pharmacists told @ProPublica that they are seeing unusual and fraudulent prescribing activity as doctors stockpile unproven coronavirus drugs endorsed by President Donald Trump. https://t.co/SoZ7ZkHupr @ReporterTopher @DavidArmstrongX @AvaKofman— Charles Ornstein (@charlesornstein) March 24, 2020
Liberty University will reopen this week, Jerry Falwell inviting students to return and ordering faculty to come back to work
Liberty University will reopen this week, Jerry Falwell inviting students to return and ordering faculty to come back to work. https://t.co/JUXEITZnqD— Reid Wilson (@PoliticsReid) March 24, 2020
All signs pointing to approval of stimulus deal today: Meadows on the Hill and will call Republicans; Trump tells Mnuchin he wants a deal; both Mnuchin and Pelosi signal a deal can be reached within hours. McConnell: “At last, I believe we are on the 5-yard-line.”
All signs pointing to approval of stimulus deal today: Meadows on the Hill and will call Republicans; Trump tells Mnuchin he wants a deal; both Mnuchin and Pelosi signal a deal can be reached within hours. McConnell: “At last, I believe we are on the 5-yard-line.”— Manu Raju (@mkraju) March 24, 2020
A WH official confirms that Treasury Secretary Mnuchin has agreed to "significant oversight" over $500B Exchange Stabilization Fund. This was a big sticking point for Democrats who called it a slush fund and wanted much more oversight on how the money was spent.
A WH official confirms that Treasury Secretary Mnuchin has agreed to "significant oversight" over $500B Exchange Stabilization Fund.— Yamiche Alcindor (@Yamiche) March 24, 2020
This was a big sticking point for Democrats who called it a slush fund and wanted much more oversight on how the money was spent.
Today Moscow's Mayor Sergey Sobyanin told Putin: "...the trajectory is high, a serious situation is developing... there are many more sick people (than the official figure)... the number of tests is very low."
Today Moscow's Mayor Sergey Sobyanin told Putin: "...the trajectory is high, a serious situation is developing... there are many more sick people (than the official figure)... the number of tests is very low."#Coronavirushttps://t.co/EHqNkQD6Pu— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) March 24, 2020
Top bioethicist tears into Rand Paul, says he violated oath as doctor while awaiting coronavirus test results
Top bioethicist tears into Rand Paul, says he violated oath as doctor while awaiting coronavirus test results https://t.co/LiOPk34Nmz pic.twitter.com/dfkbRGbnRb— The Hill (@thehill) March 24, 2020
.@DanPatrick you should be ashamed.without protecting our elderly, we are nothing! I lost family and friends last days! And I’m empty...! https://t.co/ziQM5eWWss the economy! You are pro-life? Shame on you..@GregAbbott_TX fire him now! If not elderly should vote @TheDemocrats
.@DanPatrick you should be ashamed.without protecting our elderly, we are nothing! I lost family and friends last days! And I’m empty...! https://t.co/ziQM5eWWss the economy! You are pro-life? Shame on you..@GregAbbott_TX fire him now! If not elderly should vote @TheDemocrats https://t.co/21Bn5YyM9g— José Andrés (@chefjoseandres) March 24, 2020
PPP's newest North Carolina poll finds that a majority of North Carolinians think Richard Burr should resign, and that his approval numbers have plummeted. 50% of voters in the state think Burr should resign to 24% who think he should remain in office.
PPP's newest North Carolina poll finds that a majority of North Carolinians think Richard Burr should resign, and that his approval numbers have plummeted.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) March 24, 2020
50% of voters in the state think Burr should resign to 24% who think he should remain in office.
NEW: What happened before @realdonaldtrump called for re-evaluating lockdowns? His company had to close 6 of its top 7 revenue-generating clubs and hotels
NEW: What happened before @realdonaldtrump called for re-evaluating lockdowns? His company had to close 6 of its top 7 revenue-generating clubs and hotels.https://t.co/KdxodfguO5— David Fahrenthold (@Fahrenthold) March 23, 2020
If Cruise lines wanted to stay in business, perhaps they should have been serious about not spreading viruses
If Cruise lines wanted to stay in business, perhaps they should have been serious about not spreading viruses. https://t.co/vPOLljA3gz— Dirk Schwenk (Esq, gddmit) (@DirkSchwenk) March 23, 2020
The coronavirus can survive on surfaces for up to 17 days, according to a study published Monday by the CDC. The CDC study says coronavirus survived in Princess Cruise ship cabins for up to 17 days after passengers left
The coronavirus can survive on surfaces for up to 17 days, according to a study published Monday by the CDC.— Polly Sigh (@dcpoll) March 23, 2020
The CDC study says coronavirus survived in Princess Cruise ship cabins for up to 17 days after passengers left.https://t.co/BrJYmzOcgg
California Gov Newsom says @elonmusk delivered 1,000 ventilators to the state today. Just Wow.
California Gov Newsom says @elonmusk delivered 1,000 ventilators to the state today. Just Wow.— Scott Wapner (@ScottWapnerCNBC) March 24, 2020
Where are the tests? Where are the masks? Where are the ventilators? The American people deserve answers, Mr. President.— Joe Biden
Where are the tests?— Joe Biden (Text Join to 30330) (@JoeBiden) March 23, 2020
Where are the masks?
Where are the ventilators?
The American people deserve answers, Mr. President. pic.twitter.com/N2MWYKOzOu
As we remember from this March 6 clip - let millions die to save the equity markets has been building on the American right for a while
As we remember from this March 6 clip - let millions die to save the equity markets has been building on the American right for a while. https://t.co/y5W6rgkZUv— Josh Marshall (@joshtpm) March 23, 2020
This is an example of an accurate, fair, and balanced headline
This is an example of an accurate, fair, and balanced headline. https://t.co/TpwAnXWziM— Anna Galland (@annagalland) March 24, 2020
“If Iran fails to contain the outbreak, it would inflict a terrible toll not just on Iranians, but also its neighbors and the world at large.”
“If Iran fails to contain the outbreak, it would inflict a terrible toll not just on Iranians, but also its neighbors and the world at large.”https://t.co/GWB6s5OtaH— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) March 24, 2020
"Mitch McConnell is holding needy Americans hostage in an attempt to blackmail Democrats into giving Donald Trump a $500 billion slush fund."
"Mitch McConnell is holding needy Americans hostage in an attempt to blackmail Democrats into giving Donald Trump a $500 billion slush fund."https://t.co/PM793iquwJ— Steven Greenhouse (@greenhousenyt) March 24, 2020
I wonder why South Korea didn’t have to make a choice between the lives of their citizens and their economy? They succeeded in saving both. What could be different? What could it be...?
I wonder why South Korea didn’t have to make a choice between the lives of their citizens and their economy? They succeeded in saving both.— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) March 24, 2020
What could be different? What could it be...? pic.twitter.com/kRWYABTcmQ
At what point must Dr. Fauci come out and say @realDonaldTrump’s actions will kill tens of thousands of Americans—or more?
At what point must Dr. Fauci come out and say @realDonaldTrump’s actions will kill tens of thousands of Americans—or more?— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) March 24, 2020
The choice is between: - a very hurtful major recession caused by social distancing, managed by stimulus or - a economic collapse caused by the breakdown of our health system due to millions of deaths, tens of millions of hospitalizations, that cannot be managed by stimulus
The choice is between:— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) March 24, 2020
- a very hurtful major recession caused by social distancing, managed by stimulus
or
- a economic collapse caused by the breakdown of our health system due to millions of deaths, tens of millions of hospitalizations, that cannot be managed by stimulus
Trump's tweets this morning are wild. He's posted multiple book recs, a video of Fauci looking pained while listening to him, attacks on the media, & all sorts of nonsense. He really seems to think he's going to get people back to work next week & everything's going to be fine.
Trump's tweets this morning are wild. He's posted multiple book recs, a video of Fauci looking pained while listening to him, attacks on the media, & all sorts of nonsense. He really seems to think he's going to get people back to work next week & everything's going to be fine.— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) March 24, 2020
The President of the United States felt it would be better for you to hear from Bill Barr instead of Dr. Fauci. Not one reporter asking for a hospital by hospital breakdown of where the 4 million test that Pence said went out.
The President of the United States felt it would be better for you to hear from Bill Barr instead of Dr. Fauci.— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) March 23, 2020
Not one reporter asking for a hospital by hospital breakdown of where the 4 million test that Pence said went out.
Trump is basically asking our grandparents to storm the beach at Normandy, again.
Trump is basically asking our grandparents to storm the beach at Normandy, again. @realDonaldTrump— NoelCaslerComedy (@CaslerNoel) March 24, 2020
Millions of Americans right now are wondering how they’re going to make their rent or mortgage payments in April. They have to be our priority. Not corporations, not CEOs, and not Wall Street.
Millions of Americans right now are wondering how they’re going to make their rent or mortgage payments in April. They have to be our priority. Not corporations, not CEOs, and not Wall Street.— Kamala Harris (@SenKamalaHarris) March 24, 2020
A puzzling presidential retweet
A puzzling presidential retweet pic.twitter.com/IEVliRbDFs— Jonathan Lemire (@JonLemire) March 24, 2020
Asked if Dr. Fauci agrees with re-opening the country, Trump says "he doesn't not agree."
Asked if Dr. Fauci agrees with re-opening the country, Trump says "he doesn't not agree."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) March 23, 2020
Chinese authorities are lifting a lockdown in most of its virus-hit Hubei province
Chinese authorities are lifting a lockdown in most of its virus-hit Hubei province https://t.co/fDPfCnGYgb— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) March 24, 2020
Want a COVID-19 test? They’re really hard to get right? It hasn’t been a problem for the rich. Those with cash and connections to the right “concierge” doctor are buying tests at high prices.
Want a COVID-19 test? They’re really hard to get right?— Adam Elmahrek (@adamelmahrek) March 23, 2020
It hasn’t been a problem for the rich. Those with cash and connections to the right “concierge” doctor are buying tests at high prices.
Story with @bposton and @AmyKinLA https://t.co/BKUIEgFYhx
13,500 Americans stranded abroad are “seeking assistance” from the State Department to come back to the U.S.
13,500 Americans stranded abroad are “seeking assistance” from the State Department to come back to the U.S. https://t.co/4Ct5t6mIn7— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) March 24, 2020
IT SHOULD BE UP TO THE DOCTORS
IT SHOULD BE UP TO THE DOCTORS https://t.co/RBxVNlVgd1— Jason Kander (@JasonKander) March 24, 2020
Wow, WSJ really flip flopped on killing the olds.
Wow, WSJ really flip flopped on killing the olds. https://t.co/H81HAl7jNr— Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) March 24, 2020
Health care workers on their own against coronavirus as supplies dwindle
Health care workers on their own against coronavirus as supplies dwindle https://t.co/HbCwcBhWWC via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) March 24, 2020
States wait for federal help at their own peril as coronavirus crisis builds
States wait for federal help at their own peril as coronavirus crisis builds https://t.co/wt3oI6iqzc via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) March 24, 2020
Trump irresponsible, dangerous with lies and happy talk on federal coronavirus help
Trump irresponsible, dangerous with lies and happy talk on federal coronavirus help https://t.co/4hNCdpGfoB via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) March 24, 2020
Trump compared coronavirus deaths to fatalities caused by seasonal flu, car accidents. "You look at automobile accidents which are far greater than any numbers we're talking about. That doesn’t mean we’re going to tell everybody: No more driving of cars."
Trump compared coronavirus deaths to fatalities caused by seasonal flu, car accidents. "You look at automobile accidents which are far greater than any numbers we're talking about. That doesn’t mean we’re going to tell everybody: No more driving of cars." https://t.co/yaEeCCZENv pic.twitter.com/aPZK5LcLP1— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) March 24, 2020
I don't say this very often, but Lindsey Graham is right
I don't say this very often, but Lindsey Graham is right pic.twitter.com/WI5cUT8Id4— Matt O'Brien (@ObsoleteDogma) March 23, 2020
New - No stimulus deal tonight, per Mnuchin, Ueland and Schumer. They are still hopeful a deal is coming in the morning
New - No stimulus deal tonight, per Mnuchin, Ueland and Schumer. They are still hopeful a deal is coming in the morning— Manu Raju (@mkraju) March 24, 2020
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