Trump says he’s taking hydroxychloroquine despite FDA warningsStrikes erupt as US essential workers demand protection amid pandemicCoronavirus – latest global updatesGet a fresh perspective on America – sign up to our First Thing newsletter 2.46pm BST White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany confirmed this morning that Trump is taking hydroxychloroquine, even though the effectiveness of the anti-malaria drug as a potential coronavirus treatment is very unclear.UPDATE: @PressSec confirms President Trump is actually *taking* hydroxychloriquine. Vague WH Physician memo was to show doctor agreed with “analysis.” #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/vgv46K9t57 2.23pm BST This is Joan Greve, taking over for Martin Pengelly.Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell is meeting with Vice President Mike Pence, treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin and House minority leader Kevin McCarthy this morning, according to reporters on Capitol Hill.Leader McConnell is now hosting VP Pence, Sec Mnuchin and Leader McCarthy in his office this morning to provide an update on potential legislative action from Senate Republicans to combat the health and economic effects of COVID-19, per a GOP leadership aide. Continue reading…
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