The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown

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May 22, 2020 Trump Chooses Not To Wear Mask During Ford Tour
A new model is predicting case spikes in some states that reopened early, especially states in the south, as the current United States coronavirus death toll surpasses 93,000. Alongside the death rate, the rate of new coronavirus cases are up in 17 states, down in 12 states and steady in 21 states. Physician Anthony Fauci warns "now is not the time to tempt fate" concerning coronavirus. Another model suggests that the United States would have prevented 36,000 deaths if officials had acted a week earlier.
The Census Bureau reports that 47 percent of households lost employment income amid coronavirus pandemic.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel discusses with Wolf Blitzer how Trump is breaking state law after he refuses to wear a mask during public Ford plant tour. Nessel says that Trump shows that he doesn't care about state residents by not wearing a mask. Trump says the reason he refused to wear a mask is because he didn't want to give the press "the pleasure" of seeing him in one. However, Trump says he wore a mask during an off-camera tour.
Amid some speculation, Trump says he won't replace CDC Director Robert Redfield. Redfield warns of second wave of coronavirus.
Brazil sees its biggest single-day spike in new cases.

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37 min
May 21, 2020 All 50 states partially reopen as United States death toll tops 92,000
Trump threatens to withhold federal funding for Michigan and Nevada over their mail-in push to voters for upcoming elections. He is falsely claiming the states illegally sent absentee ballot applications to voters. Trump is also blaming China's "incompetence" for "mass worldwide killing" after he praised the country earlier in the pandemic.
Sources say that the fate of the CDC director is in question as Trump and the White House are looking for someone to blame for the United States coronavirus breakout. CDC has released detailed guidance on reopening states and removes reopening guidance for religious institutions.The guidance had been shelved by the White House.
All 49 states partially open, Connecticut becomes the 50th state to start reopening(. Rate of new coronavirus cases trending up in 18 states , down in 17 and steady in 15 states. Public data on Covid-19 cases in Florida and Georgia are under scrutiny. Delaware's stores and beaches are reopening as governor extends the states stay-at-home order until May 31.
Pence travels for the first time since press secretary recently tested positive.
Animals are having positive test results for Johnson & Johnson vaccines.
Nursing home workers are saying that a lack of personal protective equipment is contributing to nursing home coronavirus cases.

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39 min
May 21, 2020 All 50 states partially reopen as United States death toll tops 92,000
Trump threatens to withhold federal funding for Michigan and Nevada over their mail-in push to voters for upcoming elections. He is falsely claiming the states illegally sent absentee ballot applications to voters. Trump is also blaming China's "incompetence" for "mass worldwide killing" after he praised the country earlier in the pandemic.
Sources say that the fate of the CDC director is in question as Trump and the White House are looking for someone to blame for the United States coronavirus breakout. CDC has released detailed guidance on reopening states and removes reopening guidance for religious institutions.The guidance had been shelved by the White House.
All 49 states partially open, Connecticut becomes the 50th state to start reopening(. Rate of new coronavirus cases trending up in 18 states , down in 17 and steady in 15 states. Public data on Covid-19 cases in Florida and Georgia are under scrutiny. Delaware's stores and beaches are reopening as governor extends the states stay-at-home order until May 31.
Pence travels for the first time since press secretary recently tested positive.
Animals are having positive test results for Johnson & Johnson vaccines.
Nursing home workers are saying that a lack of personal protective equipment is contributing to nursing home coronavirus cases.

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38 min
May 20, 2020 United States Coronavirus Death Toll Surpasses 91,000
United States deaths caused by the coronavirus reaches 91,000, as New York study shows higher death rates among Black and Latino people. Meanwhile, all states will have reopening plans underway by the end of the week. However, the United States-Canadian border will remain closed to non-essential travel and Hawaii extends its 14 day quarantine for arriving visitors. Southwest Airlines reports an improvement in its bookings. A key model has slightly lowered its projected death toll, as rates of new coronavirus cases are up in 17 states, down in 16 and steady in 17. Massachusetts now has 87,000+ coronavirus cases and 5,800 coronavirus deaths. Offices, stores and barbers are cleared to reopen June 1 in Boston.
Wolf Blitzer discusses Trump defending his use of unproven drug while defying warning about the drug's risks. Trump has defended his use of the drug three times in 24 hours. Trump says it gives him an "additional level of security." With Memorial Day approaching, New York will allow ceremonies with up to 10 people in attendance. Meanwhile, Oklahoma packs hundreds into graduation ceremony.
Wolf Blitzer discusses colleges ending in-person classes after Thanksgiving 2020. The NFL plans to reopen its facilities with restrictions as its upcoming season looms.
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39 min
May 20, 2020 United States Coronavirus Death Toll Surpasses 91,000
United States deaths caused by the coronavirus reaches 91,000, as New York study shows higher death rates among Black and Latino people. Meanwhile, all states will have reopening plans underway by the end of the week. However, the United States-Canadian border will remain closed to non-essential travel and Hawaii extends its 14 day quarantine for arriving visitors. Southwest Airlines reports an improvement in its bookings. A key model has slightly lowered its projected death toll, as rates of new coronavirus cases are up in 17 states, down in 16 and steady in 17. Massachusetts now has 87,000+ coronavirus cases and 5,800 coronavirus deaths. Offices, stores and barbers are cleared to reopen June 1 in Boston.
Wolf Blitzer discusses Trump defending his use of unproven drug while defying warning about the drug's risks. Trump has defended his use of the drug three times in 24 hours. Trump says it gives him an "additional level of security." With Memorial Day approaching, New York will allow ceremonies with up to 10 people in attendance. Meanwhile, Oklahoma packs hundreds into graduation ceremony.
Wolf Blitzer discusses colleges ending in-person classes after Thanksgiving 2020. The NFL plans to reopen its facilities with restrictions as its upcoming season looms.
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37 min
May 19, 2020 U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 90,000, 1.5 million cases
Trump says he’s taking now hydroxychloroquine even though the FDA has warned against taking the drug. Trump is also saying that it was secretary Pompeo that asked for the inspector general to be fired. California moves to next phase of re-opening. Texas also reopening despite biggest one day jump in new cases. Drug company is saying vaccine shows promise in stopping coronavirus. The rate of cases is trending down in 18 states, up in 17, and steady in 15. The University of South Carolina will end in-person classes after Thanksgiving. Big automakers resuming production at U.S. plants today. Trump says reopening “moving quickly but safely”. Pompeo refused to be interviewed by IG office investigating his role in fast-tracking Saudi arms sales. CNN is reporting that the fired inspector general was investigating Pompeo’s role in Saudi arms sale. Schools face decisions on reopening for Fall term. The University of Arizona plans to test faculty, staff & students, reduce class sizes and plan to elevate dorm cleaning. Trump says his administrations response “negates” restaurant CEO’s suggestion that industry’s recovery will be difficult. Trump says restaurants will be “back into business like you had it” despite restriction on customer limits.
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39 min
May 19, 2020 U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 90,000, 1.5 million cases
Trump says he’s taking now hydroxychloroquine even though the FDA has warned against taking the drug. Trump is also saying that it was secretary Pompeo that asked for the inspector general to be fired. California moves to next phase of re-opening. Texas also reopening despite biggest one day jump in new cases. Drug company is saying vaccine shows promise in stopping coronavirus. The rate of cases is trending down in 18 states, up in 17, and steady in 15. The University of South Carolina will end in-person classes after Thanksgiving. Big automakers resuming production at U.S. plants today. Trump says reopening “moving quickly but safely”. Pompeo refused to be interviewed by IG office investigating his role in fast-tracking Saudi arms sales. CNN is reporting that the fired inspector general was investigating Pompeo’s role in Saudi arms sale. Schools face decisions on reopening for Fall term. The University of Arizona plans to test faculty, staff & students, reduce class sizes and plan to elevate dorm cleaning. Trump says his administrations response “negates” restaurant CEO’s suggestion that industry’s recovery will be difficult. Trump says restaurants will be “back into business like you had it” despite restriction on customer limits.
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37 min
May 16, 2020 U.S. Coronavirus death toll surpasses 87,000; Trump claims fully approved vaccine available to public by years end; White House defends scrapping of Obama pandemic playbook.
Trump: "Vaccine or no vaccine, we're back"; rate of new cases down in 28 states, up in 7, steady in 15; the number of new coronavirus cases is going down in more than half of states amid reopening moves; 48 states partially reopened or easing restrictions by this weekend; U.S. retail sales plunge a record 16.4% in April; Texas reports highest one day death toll 2 weeks after reopening; protesters demand Michigan Gov speed up reopening; some NC sheriffs pushing to allow indoor church services; some parts of New York eligible to reopen today, but millions remain under stay-at-home orders; beaches in NY, CT, DE and NJ to open Memorial Day weekend; DeBlasio says NYC beaches "Not ready" to reopen; Maryland stay-at-home order just ended, but Baltimore & some counties still closed; New vaccine chief: early data suggests doses by end of year; Trump: working to manufacture multiple vaccines; Trump defends rapid coronavirus tests used by WH as FDA warns they may be infections; WH: Trump "streamlined" the national security council; China softens tone towards U.S. after weeks of growing tension; China stresses need for stable relations with U.S.; CNN: DOJ officials were at odds before deciding to drop Flynn case; tracking the pandemic's impact on communities of color.
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38 min
May 16, 2020 U.S. Coronavirus death toll surpasses 87,000; Trump claims fully approved vaccine available to public by years end; White House defends scrapping of Obama pandemic playbook.
Trump: "Vaccine or no vaccine, we're back"; rate of new cases down in 28 states, up in 7, steady in 15; the number of new coronavirus cases is going down in more than half of states amid reopening moves; 48 states partially reopened or easing restrictions by this weekend; U.S. retail sales plunge a record 16.4% in April; Texas reports highest one day death toll 2 weeks after reopening; protesters demand Michigan Gov speed up reopening; some NC sheriffs pushing to allow indoor church services; some parts of New York eligible to reopen today, but millions remain under stay-at-home orders; beaches in NY, CT, DE and NJ to open Memorial Day weekend; DeBlasio says NYC beaches "Not ready" to reopen; Maryland stay-at-home order just ended, but Baltimore & some counties still closed; New vaccine chief: early data suggests doses by end of year; Trump: working to manufacture multiple vaccines; Trump defends rapid coronavirus tests used by WH as FDA warns they may be infections; WH: Trump "streamlined" the national security council; China softens tone towards U.S. after weeks of growing tension; China stresses need for stable relations with U.S.; CNN: DOJ officials were at odds before deciding to drop Flynn case; tracking the pandemic's impact on communities of color.
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36 min
May 15, 2020 U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 85,000; Ousted vaccine chief: 12 to 18 months for a vaccine an "aggressive schedule," will likely take longer;New York Stock Exchange to partially reopen trading floor in late May
Ousted vaccine chief: "Time is running out," virus is "everywhere"; rate of new coronavirus cases, deaths in U.S. trending down; Los Angeles requires face coverings outdoors; Ousted chief warns of "darkest winter" without planning; Wisconsin Governor: "Wild West" after state's stay-at-home order struck down; Florida's Miami-Dade & Broward Counties to reopen Monday; 18 states reporting mysterious illness in children; Louisiana to reopen gyms, barbers, casinos at reduced capacity; NYC Mayor: "Good day" as virus tracking indicators go down; Parts of New York State to begin reopening tomorrow; Trump's Mar-A-Lago Resort to partially reopen Saturday; Trump calls ousted vaccine chief a "disgruntled employee" after damning testimony about ignored coronavirus warnings; Trump again fails to wear a mask while touring a mask facility; Trump: I "totally" disagree with Fauci on reopening schools; Ousted vaccine chief: Was met with "indifference" when I warned about a lack of protective equipment; Ousted vaccine chief: Americans "need to be told the truth"...There are "not enough tests"; GOP's Burr to step down as Senate Intel Chair as FBI probes his stock trades after coronavirus briefings; More than 36 million Americans filed new jobless claims in past 2 months; Number of new coronavirus cases going down in 24 states, rising in 9 states and holding steady in 17 states; Delaware slowly reopens as new cases rise; NJ plans to open beaches Memorial Day weekend;Wisconsin Governor: "Wild West" after state's stay-at-home order struck down; Wisconsin Supreme Court calls Democratic Governor's stay-at-home order unlawful and unenforceable; Some in Wisconsin pack bars after court overturns Governor's stay-at-home order; Global coronavirus deaths surpass 300,000; Questions about accuracy of Russia's coronavirus numbers; Russia second to U.S. in total coronavirus cases; Russians manipulating numbers to lower death count; China intensifies widespread testing and screening; Wuhan plans to test all 11 million residents over 10 days; Study: Young children not getting enough to eat in nearly 20% of American households
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