White House: Americans Should Avoid Eating Out, Gatherings of More Than 10, Elective Travel

White House: Americans Should Avoid Eating Out, Gatherings of More Than 10, Elective Travel
President Donald Trump, flanked by members of the Coronavirus Task Force, speaks to the media in the press briefing room at the White House on March 16, 2020. Win McNamee/Getty Images
Petr Svab
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The White House coronavirus response team has recommended Americans stick to discretionary travel and avoid eating out and gatherings of more than 10 people, as well as homeschool their children, in order to mitigate spreading of the novel coronavirus.

President Donald Trump estimated the virus may “wash through” by July or August, based on the expert opinions he’s received.

Petr Svab
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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