Acting Health and Human Services inspector general Christi Grimm told a House committee Tuesday that she has not felt what she described as a “chilling effect” by the president's criticism of her or his nomination of someone to replace her. … [Read more...] about Reuters: Most Economists Expect Slow Post-COVID Recovery
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Coronavirus live updates: Health worker cases in U.S. top 60,000, CDC says
12:08 p.m. Morgan Hill seafood wholesaler struck by outbreak: At least 38 workers at a Morgan Hill seafood wholesaler have tested positive for the coronavirus, Santa Clara County’s top health official said Tuesday. Dr. Sara Cody told the county’s Health and Hospital Committee that officials will test everyone again Wednesday at Lusamerica Foods where the outbreak was confirmed. The first case arose a few weeks ago in an employee whose spouse fell ill, Cody said. Lusamerica said all of the infected remained at home and most were asymptomatic. “We are doing everything we can to provide a safe working environment for our employees,” chief operating officer Louise Moretti told The Chronicle. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus live updates: Health worker cases in U.S. top 60,000, CDC says
Virus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Tuesday night that casinos can reopen on June 4, welcoming tourists to the gambling mecca of Las Vegas. Sisolak shuttered the casinos, which draw millions of tourists and power the state economy, 10 weeks ago to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. … [Read more...] about Virus expands grip in many areas, as US nears 100,000 deaths
Need to sign up for health insurance? Keep an eye on the calendar
Some 36 states plus the District of Columbia have expanded eligibility to low-income adults under the Affordable Care Act. Typically in these states, individuals who make around $17,500 or less this year and families of four who earn up to about $31,150 are able to sign up. … [Read more...] about Need to sign up for health insurance? Keep an eye on the calendar
GOP goes to war with Twitter over McConnell campaign account freeze
Meanwhile, the White House for weeks has been hinting at possible action in relation to how social media outlets treat conservatives. A White House official told Fox News the administration is "exploring all policy solutions." The administration has circulated drafts of a possible executive order from Trump, following a summit last month where he met with conservative social media influencers, according to Politico. … [Read more...] about GOP goes to war with Twitter over McConnell campaign account freeze
