Debriefing the COVID-19 Briefing: April 8

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English - April 09, 2020 01:48 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 543 ratings
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The World Health Organization and China bore the brunt of President Trump's disfavor during Wednesday’s Coronavirus Task Force briefing. Both the President and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo stated they were considering withdrawing funds from the WHO in the future for being what the President called, “China-centric.”

New CDC recommendations were also rolled out that included guidelines on essential workers and when they can return to work after being exposed to COVID-19. The Task Force also announced that Rhode Island and Philadelphia were increasing areas of concern.

Major is joined by CBS News White House Correspondent Paula Reid to discuss the President’s criticism of the WHO and more.

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