At Friday’s White House Coronavirus Task Force Briefing, President Trump said “it’s exciting to see” parts of the country opening amid the coronavirus pandemic. Watch his remarks. Source
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Celebrating Ramadan during a pandemic
Muslims in the U.S. and around the world are facing a different Ramadan celebration this year, with the start of the holy month coming during a pandemic. CBS News Correspondent Imtiaz Tyab spoke to CBSN’s Reena Ninan about how coronavirus is impacting Ramadan. Source
Trump says disinfectant comments were “sarcastic”
At the White House on Friday, President Trump said comments he made about the potential impact disinfectants could have on killing the coronavirus inside the body were “sarcastic.” CBS News political correspondent Ed O’Keefe and Axios White House reporter Alayna Treene join Lana Zak to discuss. Source
California Governor Gavin Newsom makes unlikely alliance with President Trump
The coronavirus pandemic has led to social distancing and political divisions. But liberal democrat and California governor Gavin Newsom — once a firm opponent of President Trump — seems to have changed his tune, befriending the president and praising him publicly. Politico California Playbook senior writer Carla Marinucci breaks down the blossoming alliance for CBSN. Source
Coronavirus Task Force gives update on virus response
After only short statements from Mr. Trump, FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn and Vice President Mike Pence, Friday’s briefing ended without any questions from reporters. Source
California restaurant owner gives away thousands of free meals
Bruno Serato is no stranger to charity during difficult times. Serato has been providing free meals for years, but it’s during this coronavirus pandemic that his charitable work is shining brighter than ever. Steve Hartman reports. Source
Michael Avenatti released from prison over coronavirus fears
Avenatti’s attorneys argued that a case of pneumonia six months ago has made him more vulnerable to contracting coronavirus in a New York correctional facility. Source
Asteroid flying past Earth looks like it’s wearing a face mask
But don’t worry — it will keep its distance. Source
Trump says comments on injecting disinfectants was sarcasm
After suggesting the possibility of injecting disinfectants like bleach as a cure to the coronavirus, President Trump on Friday claimed he was being sarcastic. Paula Reid reports. Source
Georgia reopens some businesses amid heavy criticism
Georgia has partially reopened some non-essential businesses such as gyms, tattoo parlors, and barbershops. President Trump has voiced disapproval over the decision. Mark Strassmann reports. Source