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Trump at odds with CDC on coronavirus

President Trump’s Wednesday coronavirus press conference marked his second-ever appearance in the White House briefing room. Flanked by administration health and CDC officials, he tried to reassure Americans that the situation was contained even as the CDC warned those living in the U.S. that a likely outbreak would cause a severe disruption to daily life. Paula Reid is at the White House where Trump is reportedly frustrated that health experts did not paint a more positive outlook.

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Trump mulls tax cuts over coronavirus

Five members of Congress who are close to President Trump have self-quarantined due to contact with someone who tested positive for coronavirus. Mr. Trump himself has not been tested and the White House said he does not have any symptoms. After claiming the U.S. economy was resilient enough to weather the fallout, Mr. Trump is now seeking substantial relief that would include a possible payroll tax cut. Paula Reid reports on how else the White House is handling the outbreak.

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