Trump tests negative for coronavirus as us expands europe travel ban
Here's a summary of the news:
Trump Tests Negative for Coronavirus
US President Donald Trump has tested negative for the coronavirus, according to a statement from the White House. Trump had been tested after coming into contact with a person who had tested positive for the virus. The test results were announced on March 13, 2020.
US Expands Europe Travel Ban
The United States has expanded its travel ban to include all of Europe, excluding the UK and Ireland. The ban, which was announced on March 11, 2020, applies to foreign nationals who have been in the Schengen Area (which includes 26 European countries) within the past 14 days. The ban is intended to slow the spread of the coronavirus in the US.
The expanded ban includes:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
The ban does not apply to US citizens, permanent residents, and certain other individuals who are exempt from the travel restrictions.
Other Developments
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the coronavirus outbreak a global pandemic.
- The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus has surpassed 150,000 worldwide, with over 5,700 deaths reported.
- The US has reported over 1,300 cases of the coronavirus, with at least 38 deaths.
I hope this summary helps!