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W.H. predicts upward of 240,000 U.S. coronavirus deaths, as Trump warns of 'painful’ weeks ahead

The doctors stressed that the death toll could be lower if Americans radically change their lifestyles over the next few weeks.

March 31, 2020

President Trump speaks about the coronavirus in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House on Tuesday. President Trump speaks about the coronavirus in the James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House on Tuesday.(Alex Brandon/A

President Trump on Sunday said he was extending the administration’s social-distancing guidelines for another 30 days through the end of April, after saying for days that he was hoping to open up the country in the coming weeks.

Do you qualify for a stimulus check in Senate’s coronavirus response bill?

March 30, 2020

Trump extends social distancing guidelines through April 30 to keep US coronavirus death toll below 100,000

March 29, 2020

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March 27, 2020

US passes 100,000 CASES of Covid-19 after becoming world epicenter for virus - Johns Hopkins University

The United States has hit a landmark of more than 100,000 coronavirus infections, widening the gap over other afflicted nations as it solidifies its place as the world’s top hot spot for the lethal illness.

March 27, 2020

A New York City Fire Department Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) wearing protective gear responds to a call for a sick patient during the outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Queens, New York, U.S., March 27, 2020. © REUTERS�

March 26, 2020

Jobless claims soar past 3 million to record high

Claims had been expected to hit a record 1.5 million for the week, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.

March 26, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a record number of people applying for U.S. jobless benefits. (Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg

March 26, 2020

Senate Approves Roughly $2 Trillion in Virus Relief

The Senate passed the largest economic stimulus package in recent memory, moving the estimated $2 trillion bill to the House as Congress seeks to give American families and businesses a financial shield against the ravages of the new coronavirus pandemic.

March 26, 2020

A historic $2 trillion rescue bill moves to the House, the coronavirus death toll in the U.S. tops 1,000, and the virus takes off in poor countries. WSJ’s Jason Bellini has the latest on the pandemic. Photo: Alex Edelman / AFP

March 25, 2020

Dr. Fauci warns of 'imported' coronavirus cases once travel ban lifts

Fauci, a leading expert in the fight against the virus, said the warning comes from China, where the coronavirus originated.

March 25, 2020

March 25, 2020

Senate, White House reach $2 trillion stimulus deal to blunt coronavirus fallout

Both chambers of Congress will aim to pass the mammoth legislation swiftly.

March 25, 2020

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, left, speaks to reporters at the Capitol about the coronavirus stimulus bill.

March 23, 2020

Trump Considers Defying Health Experts, Ending Social Distancing Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

The president is reportedly eager to ease off the COVID-19 guidelines.

March 23, 2020

March 23, 2020

Coronavirus puts a spotlight on the moral compass of America

The individualism the U.S. was founded on might not serve it well in the current public health crisis

March 23, 2020

U.S. President Donald Trump reacts angrily to a question from an NBC News reporter asking what he would say to Americans who are feeling scared because of the COVID-19 crisis during a coronavirus task force briefing at the White House Friday. (Jonatha

March 23, 2020

As coronavirus cases spike, Senate fails to pass nearly $2T financial package

The Senate fell far short of the 60 votes needed to pass the bill Sunday evening.

March 23, 2020

March 20, 2020

States Tighten Restrictions as Virus Cases Climb

New York, California, Illinois and Nevada strengthened emergency measures on residents and businesses, as the number of coronavirus deaths world-wide doubled in a week to more than 10,000.1,521

March 20, 2020

States Tighten Restrictions as Virus Cases Climb

March 19, 2020

Trump: 'Tremendous breakthrough’

Donald Trump has announced two “gamechanger” drugs will be made available “almost immediately” to treat coronavirus.

March 19, 2020

US President Donald Trump in the briefing room of the White House in Washington on March 9, 2020. Picture: AP /Carolyn Kaster.Source:AP

March 19, 2020

Senate GOP releases coronavirus relief plan with up to $1,200 in cash payments to individuals

The Senate has been under immense pressure to get a deal done with the House and administration as quickly as possible, as cash dries up for some American companies.

March 19, 2020

Senate GOP releases coronavirus relief plan with up to $1,200 in cash payments to individuals

March 19, 2020

Coronavirus: Trump puts US on war footing to combat outbreak

Describing himself as a "wartime president", President Donald Trump has vowed the US will achieve "total victory" over the coronavirus.

March 19, 2020

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Tuesday that the Trump administration supports a plan to send checks to Americans, likely within the next two weeks, to mitigate household and business interruptions caused by the spread of the new coronavirus. Photo

March 18, 2020

Bernie Sanders fumes he’s focused on the ’f--king’ coronavirus amid signs he’s about to drop out of Democratic race

Bernie Sanders apparently isn’t very happy about being back at his day job.

March 18, 2020

March 18, 2020

Senate approves coronavirus bill for sick leave, free testing. Bill now goes to Trump’s desk - updates

Senate approves coronavirus bill for sick leave, free testing

March 18, 2020

March 16, 2020

'The Market's in Panic Mode.' Stock Markets Plunge 12% Amid Coronavirus Fears

Markets plunged Monday as investors fled risky assets amid the mounting economic toll of the coronavirus outbreak, while treasuries surged despite dramatic moves from the Federal Reserve and other central banks

March 16, 2020

'The Market's in Panic Mode.' Stock Markets Plunge 12% Amid Coronavirus Fears

March 16, 2020

Trump urges no gatherings of 10+ people, says peak of coronavirus could carry into ‘July or August’

The White House is encouraging people to avoid crowds of 10 or more and practice social distancing over the next 15 days, while President Donald Trump admits the response to the disease could last for months.

March 16, 2020

Donald Trump speaks during a briefing on the administration's response to the coronavirus in Washington. © REUTERS/Joshua Roberts

March 16, 2020

Coronavirus market carnage: Dow plummets 3,000 points

Stocks, oil, gold and bitcoin all took a beating after emergency moves by the US Fed failed to stem virus fears.

March 16, 2020

With so many unknowns surrounding the coronavirus crisis, investors took little solace from the United States Federal Reserve's extraordinary emergency measures [Andrew Kelly/Reuters]