Trump announces coronavirus travel ban

In a dramatic move to stop the spread of the coronavirus, President Trump ordered an extensive travel ban on Europe during a Wednesday night Oval Office address. The speech sent stock futures plummeting and angered Democratic leaders who criticized Mr. Trump for failing to address the shortage of test kits. The State Department issued its own alert as well, urging Americans to reconsider any international travel plans. Paula Reid reports on how the federal government is dealing with the fallout.

• Mar 12, 2020
• 02:57

Biden, Sanders slam Trump over coronavirus

Both Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders have slammed President Trump's handling of the coronavirus pandemic after he gave a primetime Oval Office address on the crisis on Wednesday. Both condemned Mr. Trump's leadership while outlining their own plans to fight the public health crisis. Nikole Killion explains how the coronavirus is affecting the 2020 campaign.

• Mar 13, 2020
• 02:27

Trump declares national emergency for coronavirus

President Trump has declared a national emergency due to coronavirus. He announced it during a Rose Garden press conference Friday afternoon. The announcement came just before markets closed for the week, and as his administration attempts to take more aggressive steps to address the escalating coronavirus crisis. Watch his remarks here.

• Mar 13, 2020
• 09:44

Trump awaits coronavirus test results

After days of refusing, President Trump was tested for the coronavirus and is awaiting results. Mr. Trump has come in close contact with at least two people who have tested positive for the virus. Ben Tracy reports.

• Mar 14, 2020
• 02:38

White House expands Europe travel ban

The White House expanded its travel ban from European nations Saturday, adding Ireland and Britain to the list. Europe is emerging as the new epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic. Ian Lee reports.

• Mar 14, 2020
• 02:22

Surgeon General on hospital preparedness

As coronavirus spreads in the United States, there are concerns about whether hospitals have enough supplies to treat people who get sick. Dr. Jerome Adams, The U.S. Surgeon General and member of the White House's Coronavirus Task Force, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the country's stockpile and what the country needs to do to slow the spread of the virus.

• Mar 16, 2020
• 04:43

Special Report: Trading halted as stocks plunge

Wall Street halted trading Monday morning for the third time in the past two weeks amid continued alarm about the impact of coronavirus. Anthony Mason anchors a Special Report with reporting from CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and business analyst Jill Schlessinger.

• Mar 16, 2020
• 07:07

W.H. official on how long pandemic could last

As Congress works to pass a coronavirus stimulus package to follow the $100 billion emergency package President Trump has signed, the White House coronavirus task force works to contain the pandemic. Dr. Deborah Birx, the task force's response coordinator, joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about the federal response.

• Mar 19, 2020
• 04:04

Ex-Trump adviser Gary Cohn says massive stimulus needed for coronavirus

The former top White House economic adviser says workers and businesses need a lifeline as the coronavirus shuts down vast swaths of the global economy.

• Mar 22, 2020
• 06:19

Trump gives update on coronavirus response

President Trump said the major disaster declarations in New York and Washington state have been approved and he will approve California's request "soon." The president also said the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working to assist states hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic. Watch his remarks here.

• Mar 22, 2020
• 22:16

Will Trump use the Defense Production Act?

As state governors increasingly call for more aggressive action from the White House on the coronavirus fight, President Trump announced he has activated the National Guard in states hit hardest by the outbreak. But the president continued to send conflicting messages on using the Defense Production Act, which empowers the federal government to mobilize the private sector to increase the production of goods. Paula Reid reports on what governors and Mr. Trump are saying about the use of the act.

• Mar 23, 2020
• 02:45

Antibody test for coronavirus possible

There's a possibility of an antibody test that could tell if the coronavirus has been in someone’s system. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” to explain why that type of test is important and discuss the federal government's response to the pandemic.

• Mar 23, 2020
• 03:51

Trump says U.S. will defeat coronavirus soon

President Trump on Monday signaled he wants the economy to be back in full swing as quickly as possible amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Watch his remarks here from the White House.

• Mar 23, 2020
• 15:17

Poll: 53% approve of Trump's coronavirus response

A new CBS News poll shows 53% of Americans say President Trump is doing a "good job" when it comes to handling the coronavirus pandemic. In a briefing Monday, the president signaled Americans could return to work soon, despite calls from health officials for people to continue to stay home. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN with the latest.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 07:00

New quarantine guidelines for anyone near N.Y. metro area

President Trump said the U.S. is beginning to see the "light at the end of the tunnel," as the number of coronavirus cases in the country is doubling every two to three days. He also issued new guidelines for anyone who has visited the New York metropolitan area. Watch his remarks here.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 12:58

Anyone leaving N.Y. advised to self-quarantine

White House coronavirus response coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx says the coronavirus is so widespread in New York that anyone who leaves the area should self-quarantine for 14 days to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 to other communities. Watch her remarks.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 01:37

Coronavirus relief bill on the way

President Trump said Tuesday he would like to see the country reopen by Easter, but health officials say it's premature to plan on that. This comes as Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said the president will be "absolutely" pleased to sign the Senate's coronavirus economic relief bill. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 06:19

Trump: "We commit to social distancing"

During a coronavirus task force update Wednesday night, President Trump outlined the emergency declarations he has approved for New York, California, Washington state, Iowa, Louisiana, Texas and Florida. Watch his remarks here.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 14:05

Trump clashes with governors on coronavirus

President Trump says he'll make a decision about how to move the country forward when the Trump administration's 15-day "Slow the Spread" initiative comes to an end Monday. It comes as the U.S. surpassed China with the most cases of the virus worldwide. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN with more.

• Mar 27, 2020
• 05:29

Trump extends social distancing guidelines

President Trump announced Sunday the nationwide social distancing guidelines will remain in place until April 30, saying the "peak" of the coronavirus pandemic is expected in two weeks. Mr. Trump said he expected the country to be "well on its way to recovery" by June 1. Watch his remarks from the White House Rose Garden here.

• Mar 29, 2020
• 03:24

Trump extends social distancing guidelines

On Sunday, President Trump walked back from his hopes of reopening the country by Easter and instead announced he would extend social distancing guidelines through April 30. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with more.

• Mar 30, 2020
• 04:40

Trump touts coronavirus testing numbers

President Trump says the U.S. has now conducted more coronavirus tests than any other country, but it still lags far behind per capita. Meanwhile some governors say they still don't have the equipment they need. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN to talk about the latest.

• Mar 31, 2020
• 09:06

White House issues dire warning on coronavirus

President Trump is telling Americans to prepare for a "very painful" two-week period as the coronavirus death toll continues to climb. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN to talk about the latest.

• Apr 1, 2020
• 10:30

Dr. Fauci gives update on coronavirus pandemic

Doctor Anthony Fauci, the country's top infectious disease doctor and member of the White House Coronavirus Task Force, joins "CBS Evening News" with insight into the deadly pandemic.

• Apr 1, 2020
• 02:49

U.S. unemployment hits record high

Millions of Americans have filed for unemployment this week, doubling the record set last week. Brian Sozzi, Yahoo Finance editor-at-large, joins CBSN's Reena Ninan with a look at the economy during the coronavirus pandemic and what's in store for the weeks to come.

• Apr 2, 2020
• 02:53

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