New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio gave an update as to how the nation’s most populous city is reacting to the coronavirus outbreak as the number of those infected in the city rose to 13. Watch his remarks here. Source
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Breaking down coronavirus’ impact on the U.S. economy
Coronavirus quarantines in China have had a significant impact on the global economy. In Los Angeles, where 40% of all shipped imports enter the country at the U.S.’ largest port, traffic is slowing down and affecting job earnings as factory shutdowns are taking a toll on the supply chain. Everything from the automotive industry to the toy industry are taking a hit. Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” to explain how U.S. consumers could feel the economic impact of the coronavirus. Source
Coronavirus panic sparks racist incidents against Asian Americans
“They’re just scared to get infected by Chinese people,” restaurant owner Kin Lam told CBS News. Source
Coronavirus fears spread overseas as Italy faces shutdown
CBS News correspondent Charlie D’Agata reports from Venice as Italians grapple with a government-enforced lockdown to stop the spread of coronavirus. Source
Surgeon general says administration “still working” on isolation plan for infected cruise ship passengers
Passengers aboard the infected cruise ship Grand Princess are due to dock on Monday. Source
Kamala Harris endorses onetime rival Joe Biden
Harris said in a statement that Biden “reflects the decency and dignity of the American people and who can ultimately defeat Donald Trump.” Source
Dwyane Wade posts about daughter’s first red carpet as Zaya
“Everyone allow her to re-introduce herself her name is Zaya Wade!” wrote the former basketball star on Instagram. Source
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U.S. coronavirus fatalities rise to 17; Meghan Markle appears at International Women’s Day event in Britain. Source
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Cruise ship held at sea after former passenger’s death; Community comes together after deadly tornado outbreak. Source
Transcript: Jerome Adams on “Face the Nation”
The following is a transcript of an interview with Surgeon General Jerome Adams that aired Sunday, March 8, 2020, on “Face the Nation.” Source