The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer
California reports its highest one-day coronavirus death toll. CDC says kids should go to school unless transmission is uncontrolled. Dr. Fauci says shutdowns would be unnecessary, but some spots may need a step back. McDonald’s and Chipotle to require customers to wear masks.
White House glossing over Trumps reversals on virus as deaths surge. Dr. Birx warns Florida, Texas, and California are like “Three New York's” as virus deaths soar. Trump says he “often regrets” some of his tweets, says his life was good before he became President.”
Trump cancels Republican National Convention events in Florida while pushing for U.S schools to reopen as virus surges. 200 doctors said holding convention is “medically disrespectful.” U.S. surpasses 145,000 coronavirus deaths.
Dr. Fauci cautions on forcing teachers back to school: “Pay attention to keeping them safe and healthy.” White House says children should go back to school even if studies show they transmit coronavirus.
World health organization reports global record for new cases in a day.
Feds securing former Chinese consulate in Houston. Chinese and U.S. relations are deteriorating amid pandemic. China orders closing of U.S. consulate in Chengdu, claims U.S. personnel hurt its security interests. Brazil reports second-highest number of new cases. Brazilian President under fire for not wearing mask despite virus infection. Anti-Netanyahu protests as Israel’s cases rise. Growing unease after Israel set record for new cases. Israel’s restrictions to affect some businesses but not others.
Money and power behind disparity in U.S. testing.
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