After only short statements from Mr. Trump, FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn and Vice President Mike Pence, Friday’s briefing ended without any questions from reporters. Source
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California restaurant owner gives away thousands of free meals
Bruno Serato is no stranger to charity during difficult times. Serato has been providing free meals for years, but it’s during this coronavirus pandemic that his charitable work is shining brighter than ever. Steve Hartman reports. Source
Michael Avenatti released from prison over coronavirus fears
Avenatti’s attorneys argued that a case of pneumonia six months ago has made him more vulnerable to contracting coronavirus in a New York correctional facility. Source
Asteroid flying past Earth looks like it’s wearing a face mask
But don’t worry — it will keep its distance. Source
Trump says comments on injecting disinfectants was sarcasm
After suggesting the possibility of injecting disinfectants like bleach as a cure to the coronavirus, President Trump on Friday claimed he was being sarcastic. Paula Reid reports. Source
Georgia reopens some businesses amid heavy criticism
Georgia has partially reopened some non-essential businesses such as gyms, tattoo parlors, and barbershops. President Trump has voiced disapproval over the decision. Mark Strassmann reports. Source
New York reports lowest number of daily virus deaths
In New York state, the pandemic’s epicenter, 422 new deaths were reported — the lowest daily number since April 1. Mola Lenghi reports. Source
Navy recommends reinstatement of captain fired over virus warning
The Navy’s top official has recommended that Captain Brett Crozier be reinstated as the commander of the USS Roosevelt. David Martin reports. Source
Michael Avenatti released from prison over virus concerns
Celebrity attorney Michael Avenatti has been temporarily released from prison due to coronavirus concerns. Avenatti was convicted earlier this year of attempting to extort over $20 million from Nike. Source
Automakers rethink how to make workers safe
Factory orders plunged more than 14% last month. On Sunday’s “60 Minutes,” Norah O’Donnell speaks with the leaders of two of the top manufacturers in the country, Ford’s executive chairman, Bill Ford, and General Motors CEO Mary Barra. Source