UPDATE: Trump Extends Travel Ban to UK, Ireland; Trump Tests Negative for COVID-19
On Saturday, President Trump issued a press briefing informing the public that he has taken a COVID-19 test due to having close contact with people who have been tested positive for it, according to USA Today. The test came back negative. Additionally, Trump has extended his travel ban for Europe to the U.K. and Ireland, which he had previously excluded.
This means that beginning Monday, residents of all of Europe will not be able to travel to America for 30 days. That does not include American citizens, who may still return from Europe.
All Florida public schools are now closed until March 30. Some companies are offering free Wi-Fi for people stuck at home due to the coronavirus.
Many stores are running low on toilet paper, tissue paper, water and other goods. The U.S. stock market has experienced its worst crash since 1987, according to the Washington Post. Those over the age of 60 and those with underlying health conditions are most at risk, so it’s being advised that they stay away from mass gatherings.
Stay tuned for more updates.