Trump says he will impose immigration ban in bid to tackle virusUS anti-lockdown rallies could cause surge in cases, experts warnLive global updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageSupport the Guardian’s independent journalism. Make a contribution 2.58pm BST As is often the case, the president provided few details on his latest idea, a potential bailout of the oil and gas industry as oil prices continue to drop. But Trump’s proposal would almost certainly need congressional approval, which would be difficult to secure considering the House is controlled by Democrats. 2.48pm BST Trump indicated he may push for a bailout of the oil and gas indusrry as oil prices continued their record-breaking slide for a second day.“We will never let the great U.S. Oil & Gas Industry down,” the president wrote in a tweet. “I have instructed the Secretary of Energy and Secretary of the Treasury to formulate a plan which will make funds available so that these very important companies and jobs will be secured long into the future!” Related: Over a barrel: how oil prices dropped below zero Continue reading…
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