Title

Trump Calls On States To Reopen Places Of Worship Immediately

Document Type

News Article

Publication Date

5-22-2020

Capture Date

6-7-2020

URL

https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2020/05/22/861057500/trump-calls-on-states-to-immediately-reopen-places-of-worship

Abstract

This article features President Trump and his announcement that places of worship are “essential” during the COVID-19 pandemic. The article gives direct quotes from President Trump, including those which state his position towards state governors who are keeping places of worship closed through their stay-at-home orders. The article makes it clear that the power relationship between the federal and state governments is unclear right now. Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House coronavirus task force coordinator, is featured in the article.

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