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80+ Lawmakers Demand Trump Rescind Plan to Force International Students Out
The measure could affect hundreds of thousands of students whose universities have paused in-person classes.
Number of Food Insecure Households With Children Doubled From Pre-COVID Levels
Over one-quarter of households with children reported food insecurity in recent weeks.
Poll Shows Two-Thirds Disapprove Trump’s Handling of Coronavirus and Race Issues
Record high COVID numbers and threats to use the military against protesters likely soured Americans' views of Trump.
Airline Industries Laid Off Workers, Then Got Money Meant to Prevent Layoffs
Several airline companies cut their workforces despite receiving $338 million from the CARES Act for payroll support.
No “Revision” of Guidelines for School Reopenings, CDC Director Says
On Thursday, Robert Redfield said the CDC will only be issuing new information to help schools meet existing guidelines.
UN Report Links Disease Outbreaks to Climate Crisis and Industrial Farming
A new United Nations report says humans must lower stress on the natural environment to prevent the next pandemic.
Health Official Says Tulsa’s Spike in COVID Cases Likely Linked to Trump Rally
Despite the spike, the Trump campaign is holding a rally this weekend where masks are “encouraged” but not required.
Betsy DeVos Compares Risk of Returning to School to Riding a Rocket Ship
DeVos reportedly told governors that the health risks of COVID should not deter them from reopening schools.
Coronavirus Relief Funds Are About to Run Out for the Child Care Industry
As child care centers close en masse, Congress has been unwilling to provide the resources to stave off the crisis.
Fauci Says Trump’s Focus on COVID Deaths Is “False Narrative to Take Comfort In”
Long-term impacts of the disease are unknown, and many asymptomatic patients are showing signs of some lung damage.