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Despite early warnings, U.S. took months to expand swab production for COVID-19 test
The COVID-19 testing process has been plagued by missing components, including swabs, reagents and the chemical solution that keeps samples fresh.
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Pelosi unveils $3T virus bill, warns inaction costs more
The bill would provide nearly $1 trillion for states and cities, “hazard pay” for essential workers and a new round of cash payments to individuals.
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Where to go from here? Virus experts questioned in Senate hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci warned on Tuesday that “the consequences could be really serious” if cities and states reopen the U.S. economy too quickly.
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Fauci warns of ‘suffering and death’ if US reopens too soon
Fauci’s testimony comes as President Trump is praising states that are reopening after the prolonged lock-down aimed at controlling the virus' spread.
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Supreme Court divided over Trump tax, bank records
Rulings against the president could lead to the campaign season release of personal financial information that Trump has kept shielded from investigators and the public.
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Trump faces virus risk at home amid push to ‘reopen’ nation
Images of top administration officials taking stepped-up protective measures come as states seek to loosen economic restrictions put in place to mitigate the virus’ spread.
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Georgia attorney general asks for DOJ probe into handling of Ahmaud Arbery case
Arbery’s death sparked a national outcry and demands for justice after a cellphone video of the shooting began circulating online last week.
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US census stirs uncertainty for those displaced by virus
The pandemic has fostered sudden, unexpected dislocation, making a typically easy question confusing for the newly displaced.
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Trump says more testing makes US ‘look bad,’ but its availability remains a concern
In recent days, a top Senate Republican has said that the coronavirus testing the United States has done so far is "not nearly enough."
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The people flying during the pandemic and how airlines are trying to protect them
The few planes that are flying are almost empty. To try to ensure the safety of the passengers they do have, airlines are making changes.
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Schumer calls on VA to explain use of unproven drug on vets
The Senate's top Democrat said the VA needs to provide Congress more information about a recent bulk order for $208,000 worth of hydroxychloroquine.
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US faces ‘truly daunting’ challenges on needed COVID tests
Widespread availability of testing is seen as critical to reopening the economy because it would allow public health officials to identify and contain a rebound of the virus.
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Many houses of worship have sought government aid, surveys show
Houses of worship have taken a financial hit due to the pandemic. Many have applied for federal aid under the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program.
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Ahmaud Arbery’s death raises echoes of US racial terror legacy
It took more than two months for Arbery's pursuers — who told police they suspected he was a burglar — to be arrested and taken into custody.
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3 members of White House virus task force in quarantine
The White House's concern about infection is another stark reminder that not even one of the nation’s most secure buildings is immune from the coronavirus.
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