On the coronavirus response, this took place in delaware it is about 20 minutes. Good afternoon my fellow americans, today across the nation people are feeling anxious about the spread of the cove at 19, known as the coronavirus. And the threat that it poses to our health, loved ones, livelihoods, i know people worry my thoughts are with those who are directly fighting this virus. Those infected, staleys have suffered a loss, First Responders and theyre putting themselves on the line as i speak for others. Id like to thank those who are already making sacrifices to protect us. Whether that self quarantine, or canceling events or closing campuses. Because whether or not you are affected are know someone who is affected, or have been in contact with an infected person, this is going to require a national response. Not just from our elected leaders or Public Health officials, but from all of us. We must always follow the guidelines of Health Officials and take appropriate protections to p
In an effort to fight those rising numbers here in this country the u. S. National guard has been activated to 3 of the hardest hit States New York california and Washington State now almost half of the u. S. Cases about 20000 of them are all in new york state alone now several states have issued a stay at home orders for its residents with some even ordering nonessential businesses to shut their doors this means stay at home and avoid going out as much as possible unless its absolutely essential now current restrictions include the 3 biggest cities in the country new york city los angeles and chicago now overall the policy is going to affect millions of people so here in the Nations Capital republicans and democrats all clashing in the senate as the coronavirus rescue bill fell short of the votes needed to advance on sunday night theyre back at it today debating on that bill while debating the bill President Trump and the. Coronavirus Task Force Team gave their Daily Briefing where th
Major industries that our nation relies onua have seen business virtually dry up overnight. Again not getting any business decision they made but because of appropriate directives from Public Health experts. And, madam president , most important of all our Healthcare System and our d doctors, nurses and other frontline professionals are gearing up for what seems very likely to be the most significant nationwide challenge they have faced in generations. At every level this new challenge is testing our nation and our institutions. Yesterday my home state of kentucky reported its first coronavirus related death. Our thoughts are with the family, friends and neighbors in Bourbon County who are morning. I spoke with the Governor Beshear yesterday and were continuing to stay in close touch. The bluegrass is now confirmed 25 total cases to date. And we are keeping sobel warning of dr. Fauci. This is what dr. Fauci said. Things willr. Get worse before they get better. It is abundantly clear th
Breathe your strength and peace into our senators and use them for your glory. May they continue to totally depend on you knowing that with your mighty power you will surround them with the shield of your blessing. Holy god, your goodness will prevail until the end of time, we pray in your great name. Amen. The president pro tempore please join me in reciting the pledge of allegiance to our flag. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of america, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. The presiding officer the senator from iowa. Mr. Grassley i request one minute to address the senate in morning business. The presiding officer without objection. Mr. Grassley as the coronavirus spreads, u. S. Federal health and intelligence agencies are working hard to protect the public. Its critical that their hard work not go to waste. Federal Health Agencies must have access to all Intelligence Community information
Held him until or is responding to the outbreak. The subcommittee hearing is one hour and a half. Tom todd inaudible Surgeon General of the United States air force mr. Cavity assistance secretary of defense world ealth Affairs Lieutenant ronald shea pace, director of the fence Health Agency and mr. Systems. Bill inaudible program executiveve health care and management systems. Ted today we have serious quests on how medical reforms have accounted for on the president s budget for fiscal 2021. Ng as b you will notice we will hae numbers coming inn and out. We are getting briefings on o covetedn bu 19 as we speak and other meetings going meon. And your full testimonies we will get started across thebudgt spectrum of military Health Care System for military readiness to benefit care, and manydeci cases budget justifican slacks that detail. For the subcommittee to make informed decisions. We hope the Witnesses Today can address the subcommittees questions and concerns at a particular inter