Democrats argue that the bill proposed by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell does more to protect corporations than workers. Source
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Watch live: Mass. governor speaks as non-essential businesses close
The order requires all non-essential businesses in the state to close their in-person workplaces until April 7. Source
Stocks jump as Wall Street eyes coronavirus bill
As pandemic slams the U.S., investors are counting on Congress to pass a massive economic relief package. Source
Ford CEO: Ventilators expected in hospitals in “early June”
Ford also plans to produce “positive air pressure masks” for health care workers, CEO Jim Hackett said. Source
Trevor Noah talks finding comedy amid crisis during coronavirus pandemic
“The Daily Show” host Trevor Noah joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how he and others can find humor while the country is struggling with the coronavirus crisis. Because of the pandemic, Noah has been hosting the show from his living room, calling it “The Daily Social Distancing Show.” The comedian said he has been using his platform to stress the importance of staying indoors and complying with precautions put in place to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Source
How to help kids cope with the coronavirus crisis
The American Academy of Pediatrics is offering advice to parents who are stressed out trying to keep themselves and their kids safe amid the coronavirus pandemic. Some key suggestions were to practice self care, reach out to others and watch out for signs of increased stress in children. Psychologist Madeline Levine, author of “Ready or Not: Preparing Our Kids to Thrive in an Uncertain and Rapidly Changing World,” joins “CBS This Morning” to share advice for parents. Source
Texas becomes latest state to halt abortion services amid coronavirus outbreak
Those who continue to provide abortion will face “penalties of up to $1,000 or 180 days of jail time.” Source
Broadway stars share music, laughter in live-stream shows
With theaters closed, stars are providing a daily treat for fans online and raising money for those in need. Source
Gottlieb says coronavirus must be stopped before rebooting economy
The former commissioner of the FDA said “there’s not such thing as a function economy and society” if the virus isn’t stopped. Source
Tokyo Olympics postponed until 2021
IOC President Thomas Bach has agreed “100%” to a proposal of postponing the Tokyo Olympics for about one year until 2021, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said. Source