When it comes to President Trump’s efforts to downplay the severity of the coronavirus, few compare to his decision to move large portions of the Republican National Convention to another state — because the previous state wouldn’t loosen its standards for bringing together large crowds.
Trump succumbed Thursday to the actual threat in an unmistakable way.
At a White House news conference, Trump announced that the portion of the convention that had been abruptly moved from Charlotte, to Jacksonville, Fla., just last month will be canceled. He acknowledged it was dangerous to ask people to gather in-person in such large numbers — just like North Carolina had indicated was its hang-up about giving him free rein. Continue reading.
President Trump says he’s canceled the Republican National Convention in Jacksonville, Florida, citing health concerns over the coronavirus and a need to protect the public.