President Trump On Coronavirus: Risk To American Public Remains Low

President Trump announced that Vice President Mike Pence will lead the US response to the coronavirus. The US has 15 confirmed cases, excluding those repatriated from Wuhan and the Diamond Princess. Eight have returned home, and five have fully recovered. The administration claims the threat to the public is low due to travel restrictions. The CDC warns of potential spread and advises preparation. The White House seeks $2.5 billion for the virus fight, but Democrats propose $8.5 billion. Trump is open to more funding if needed.

Who has been appointed to lead the US response team against the coronavirus?

• Secretary Alex Azar

• President Donald Trump

• Vice President Mike Pence

• Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer

What was the total number of coronavirus cases in the US, excluding repatriated individuals, as announced by Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar?

• 10

• 15

• 25

• 20

What measure did President Trump credit for the low number of coronavirus cases in the US?

• Public awareness campaigns

• Vaccine development

• Travel restrictions

• Increased testing

What did the CDC warn Americans about regarding the coronavirus?

• It has been eradicated

• It is not a serious threat

• It will spread in the US

• It will not spread in the US

How much funding did Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer propose to combat the coronavirus?

• $10 billion

• $5 billion

• $2.5 billion

• $8.5 billion