thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Watch Clips From The New ‘SEAL Team’ Episode ‘Rules Of Engagement’

CBS has released a few clips from the new “ SEAL Team ” episode “ Rules of Engagement.
” The plot of the episode , according to CBS ’ s press site , is : ” While Bravo Team is on a special reconnaissance mission abroad , they are diverted to protect a group of American engineers and the dam they are constructing from a terrorist attack .
The rules of engagement raise the level of danger , as the team is not permitted to use their weapons unless the enemy fires first.
” ( REVIEW : ‘ SEAL Team @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Objects In The Mirror ’ ) The clips make it seem like we ’ ll be in for a very fun time as Bravo has to juggle the rules of engagement and the threat right in front of them .
I can ’ t wait for Wednesday night .
“ SEAL Team ” has been really strong in season three , and it ’ s only gotten better with time .
After a super long break , it ’ s finally back , and the episodes we ’ ve gotten so far have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the rest of season three won ’ t disappoint .
Make sure to watch “ Rules of Engagement ” on CBS this Wednesday night at 9:00 EST .
It looks like it ’ ll be an outstanding episode .

CBS has released a few clips from the new “SEAL Team” episode “Rules of Engagement.”
The plot of the episode, according to CBS’s press site, is: ” While Bravo Team is on a special reconnaissance mission abroad, they are diverted to protect a group of American engineers and the dam they are constructing from a terrorist attack. The rules of engagement raise the level of danger, as the team is not permitted to use their weapons unless the enemy fires first.” (REVIEW: ‘SEAL Team‘ Stays Strong In Latest Episode ‘Objects In The Mirror’)
The clips make it seem like we’ll be in for a very fun time as Bravo has to juggle the rules of engagement and the threat right in front of them.
Give them a watch below.
I can’t wait for Wednesday night. “SEAL Team” has been really strong in season three, and it’s only gotten better with time.
After a super long break, it’s finally back, and the episodes we’ve gotten so far have been outstanding.
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I have no doubts the rest of season three won’t disappoint. Make sure to watch “Rules of Engagement” on CBS this Wednesday night at 9:00 EST.
It looks like it’ll be an outstanding episode.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Dems Debate As Dumb People Ignore Social Distancing

On today ’ s show we recap the Democratic debate and take a look at the latest news on the @ @ @ @ @ ignoring all the warnings from the CDC .
Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders debated on @ @ @ @ @ audience or any serious follow-up questions .
They gave their versions of what they ’ @ @ @ @ @ president now , which was pointless because they aren ’ t , and argued over @ @ @ @ @ .
There was no upside for Biden going in and no benefit coming out .
@ @ @ @ @ it .
Then we take a look at the media coverage of the coronavirus and @ @ @ @ @ CNN sees a “ silver lining ” and many millennial are ignoring “ social distancing @ @ @ @ @ because they ’ re morons .
We have all the audio .
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On today’s show we recap the Democratic debate and take a look at the latest news on the coronavirus and how morons are ignoring all the warnings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Listen to the show:
Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders debated on CNN Sunday night with no audience or any serious follow-up questions. They gave their versions of what they’d do if they were president now, which was pointless because they aren’t, and argued over minor differences between their positions. There was no upside for Biden going in and no benefit coming out. We get into all of it.
Then we take a look at the media coverage of the coronavirus and how people are reacting. CNN sees a “silver lining,” and many millennials are ignoring “social distancing” and going out partying because they’re morons. We have all the audio.
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thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Joe Biden: No Deportations In First 100 Days, Police Should Refuse To Cooperate With ICE

Former Vice President Joe Biden made several pro-immigration proposals during Sunday night ’ s Democratic debate , including promising no deportations in his first 100 days and stating that police should refuse to cooperate with ICE authorities .
Asked by Univision anchor Ilia Calderon about why he didn ’ t “ publicly speak out ” against the Obama administration ’ s “ big mistake in deporting millions of immigrants , ” Biden said he “ took too long to get it right.
” First , Biden promised to produce a bill “ that requires access to citizenship ” for illegal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Number two , the first 100 days of my administration , no one will be deported at all , ” he declared .
“ From that point on , the only deportations that will take place are commissions of felonies in the United States of America.
” “ So to be clear , only felons get deported and everyone else gets to stay ?
” asked Calderon .
“ Yes , ” Biden said .
“ The reason is it ’ s about uniting families , it ’ s about making sure that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ immigrants as well as a nation that is decent.
” The Democratic presidential candidate first made his no deportation in the first 100 days proposal last month at a Nevada town hall .
Sunday ’ s segment featured Biden and Independent Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders going back and forth on what The Hill ’ s Saagar Enjeti on Twitter called “ sanctuary nation policy.
” “ Vice president Biden , you opposed sanctuary cities as a presidential candidate in 2007 , ” the moderator said .
“ Where did you stand now ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ over to immigration officials ?
” ( RELATED : ‘ Biden Has Lost His Mind ’ : Former ICE Chief Reacts To Biden Saying He Wouldn ’ t Deport Drunk Driving Illegal Aliens ) “ Of course , not , ” Sanders agreed .
“ This is a country significantly built by immigrants .
We have to appreciate each other and end this demonization coming from the Trump administration.
” Responding to the debate , President Donald Trump ’ s campaign rapid response team called Biden “ an open borders immigration extremist .
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Former Vice President Joe Biden made several pro-immigration proposals during Sunday night’s Democratic debate, including promising no deportations in his first 100 days and stating that police should refuse to cooperate with ICE authorities.
Asked by Univision anchor Ilia Calderon about why he didn’t “publicly speak out” against the Obama administration’s “big mistake in deporting millions of immigrants,” Biden said he “took too long to get it right.”
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First, Biden promised to produce a bill “that requires access to citizenship” for illegal immigrants currently in the country.
“Number two, the first 100 days of my administration, no one will be deported at all,” he declared. “From that point on, the only deportations that will take place are commissions of felonies in the United States of America.”
“So to be clear, only felons get deported and everyone else gets to stay?” asked Calderon.
“Yes,” Biden said. “The reason is it’s about uniting families, it’s about making sure that we can both be a nation of immigrants as well as a nation that is decent.”
The Democratic presidential candidate first made his no deportation in the first 100 days proposal last month at a Nevada town hall.
Sunday’s segment featured Biden and Independent Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders going back and forth on what The Hill’s Saagar Enjeti on Twitter called “sanctuary nation policy.”
Biden and Bernie essentially just endorsed a sanctuary nation policy AKA they would be at war with their own Departments of Homeland Security — Saagar Enjeti (@esaagar) March 16, 2020
“Vice president Biden, you opposed sanctuary cities as a presidential candidate in 2007,” the moderator said. “Where did you stand now? Should undocumented immigrants by police be turned over to immigration officials?” (RELATED: ‘Biden Has Lost His Mind’: Former ICE Chief Reacts To Biden Saying He Wouldn’t Deport Drunk Driving Illegal Aliens)
“No,” he stated flatly.
“Of course, not,” Sanders agreed. “This is a country significantly built by immigrants. We have to appreciate each other and end this demonization coming from the Trump administration.”
Responding to the debate, President Donald Trump’s campaign rapid response team called Biden “an open borders immigration extremist.”


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Lindsey Graham Tests Negative For Coronavirus

Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday announced that he has tested negative for coronavirus , as the deadly disease continues to spread throughout the U.S. “ I was just informed by Dr. Moynihan , the head of the House Physicians Office , that my coronavirus test was NEGATIVE .
I ’ m very grateful and like everyone else will follow the best practices to stay negative , ” Graham said in a statement .
“ I look forward to getting back to work with my Senate colleagues and President Trump to contain this virus and stabilize our economy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the prayers and well wishes !
” Graham said Thursday that he will self-quarantine after being close to the president of Brazil , who is currently being tested for coronavirus .
“ Senator Graham was at Mar-a-Lago last weekend .
He has no recollection of direct contact with the President of Brazil , who is awaiting results of a coronavirus test , or his spokesman who tested positive , ” Graham ’ s office said in a statement .
“ However , in an abundance of caution and upon the advice of his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ self-quarantine awaiting the results of a coronavirus test .
This is a precautionary measure .
He will continue to work from home.
” Hours before , Republican Florida Sen. Rick Scott announced that he will self-quarantine after meeting with a Brazilian delegation member who tested positive for coronavirus .
( RELATED : Sen. Rick Scott To Self-Quarantine After Meeting Brazilian Delegation Member With Coronavirus ) Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz was the first to announce a self-quarantine last Sunday , saying that he will be staying home in Texas for the week after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infected individual who attended CPAC .
( RELATED : Ted Cruz To Stay Home In Texas For One Week After Saying He Met Person With Coronavirus At CPAC ) Cruz made it clear in a statement that he has not had any symptoms since the interaction at the conference and that it was a quick conversation and a handshake , but he said in order to be safe he will be staying home instead of returning back to Washington , D.C. Cruz also said he has spoken with health officials across the board @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the second member of Congress to self-quarantine last Sunday .
The Arizona Republican said that three of his senior staff are also under self-quarantine , but that none of them have been diagnosed or feel symptoms of the disease .
( RELATED : Rep. Paul Gosar Becomes Second Member Of Congress To Self-Quarantine After Meeting Person With Coronavirus At CPAC )

Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday announced that he has tested negative for coronavirus, as the deadly disease continues to spread throughout the U.S.
“I was just informed by Dr. Moynihan, the head of the House Physicians Office, that my coronavirus test was NEGATIVE. I’m very grateful and like everyone else will follow the best practices to stay negative,” Graham said in a statement. “I look forward to getting back to work with my Senate colleagues and President Trump to contain this virus and stabilize our economy. Thank you very much for all the prayers and well wishes!”
Graham said Thursday that he will self-quarantine after being close to the president of Brazil, who is currently being tested for coronavirus.
“Senator Graham was at Mar-a-Lago last weekend. He has no recollection of direct contact with the President of Brazil, who is awaiting results of a coronavirus test, or his spokesman who tested positive,” Graham’s office said in a statement. “However, in an abundance of caution and upon the advice of his doctor, Senator Graham has decided to self-quarantine awaiting the results of a coronavirus test. This is a precautionary measure. He will continue to work from home.”
Hours before, Republican Florida Sen. Rick Scott announced that he will self-quarantine after meeting with a Brazilian delegation member who tested positive for coronavirus. (RELATED: Sen. Rick Scott To Self-Quarantine After Meeting Brazilian Delegation Member With Coronavirus)
Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz was the first to announce a self-quarantine last Sunday, saying that he will be staying home in Texas for the week after he was informed that he met an infected individual who attended CPAC. (RELATED: Ted Cruz To Stay Home In Texas For One Week After Saying He Met Person With Coronavirus At CPAC)
Cruz made it clear in a statement that he has not had any symptoms since the interaction at the conference and that it was a quick conversation and a handshake, but he said in order to be safe he will be staying home instead of returning back to Washington, D.C. Cruz also said he has spoken with health officials across the board.
Republican Arizona Rep. Paul Gosar became the second member of Congress to self-quarantine last Sunday. The Arizona Republican said that three of his senior staff are also under self-quarantine, but that none of them have been diagnosed or feel symptoms of the disease. (RELATED: Rep. Paul Gosar Becomes Second Member Of Congress To Self-Quarantine After Meeting Person With Coronavirus At CPAC)


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Commitments To Female Running Mates Overshadow Coronavirus At One-On-One Biden-Sanders Debate

Sunday night ’ s debate between former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders , the last two standing candidates in the 2020 Democratic field , featured both sides trading predictable lines on the coronavirus pandemic and committing to naming female running mates .
The DNC moved the debate from its scheduled location in Arizona to CNN ’ s studio in Washington , D.C. last week amid coronavirus fears .
The only people present in the room were Biden , Sanders , and moderators Dana Bash , Ilia Calderon and Jake Tapper .
Biden , buoyed off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the overwhelming majority of states on Super Tuesday , opened up a commanding lead this past Tuesday with additional wins in Michigan , Mississippi , Missouri and Washington .
He currently holds a roughly 150 delegate lead over Sanders .
The night was a sharp departure from the previous debate , highlighted by moderators losing complete control of the participants .
( RELATED : ‘ Off The Rails ’ : Moderators Struggle As 10th Democratic Debate Turns Into Absolute Shouting Match ) As expected , CNN devoted the first half hour to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Sanders criticized President Donald Trump ’ s initial response to the pandemic .
Still , the majority of Biden ’ s answers sought to draw comparisons to how former President Barack Obama handled the Ebola crisis , and how he would bring that experience to handling coronavirus .
Sanders repeatedly used coronavirus to expose the underlying “ flaws ” with America ’ s current health care system , advocating for his signature health care proposal , Medicare for All .
Notably , neither candidate would commit to enacting a national quarantine if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yet both said they would mobilize the military to help with the crisis .
The pair split , however , when asked if China should be “ punished ” for misleading the international community about the early days of the outbreak .
Sanders argued that now is not the time for punishing China but criticized Trump for his recent praise of China ’ s handling of the outbreak .
“ It ’ s sad that we have a president who ignores the international community , ” he added .
( RELATED : White @ @ @ @ @ @ @ For The Public ’ On Social Distancing ) Biden , on the other hand , argued that the U.S. should have been “ bringing the world together ” and sending experts to China to investigate the coronavirus as soon as the first cases were reported .
Additionally , the septuagenarians were asked what they , individually , were doing to safeguard their own health , as coronavirus is particularly deadly for the elderly .
Sanders , 78 , said that though he prefers rallies , his campaign , all of which is now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ holding video “ fireside ” chats .
Biden , 77 , took the opportunity to take a shot at Sanders ’ recent heart attack , adding that he is “ in good health ” and , like Sanders , has dictated his staff work from home .
The elephant in the room… Following coronavirus , moderators brought the discussion back to the election at large , asking Biden how he plans to appeal to Sanders ’ ardent supporters should he win the nomination .
“ He ’ s making it hard on me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ course .
“ If Bernie ’ s the nominee , I will not only support him , but I will campaign for him , ” adding , “ I hope he will do the same thing with me.
” Likewise , Sanders pledged to support Biden if he wins the nomination in order to defeat Trump , who he called a “ pathological liar… racist , sexist… a homophobe ” and “ the most dangerous president in the history of this country.
” The rest of this section contained significantly fewer pleasantries .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ voting record on Social Security , veterans issues and campaign finance reform .
Biden , for his part , argued that Sanders ’ Medicare for All proposal has no chance of passing a Republican controlled Senate and claimed that if Sanders ’ supporters “ want a revolution now ” they should support his Obamacare-like plan .
“ We can do that now , ” he stated .
“ I can get that passed.
” Both candidates attacked each other for fueling their campaigns through Super PACs , though both denied the other ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disavow his Super PAC , while Biden claimed Sanders had nine PACs funding his campaign .
The second hour of the debate featured a number of questions on key issues to liberal voters , which both candidates used to make a number of bold claims about their potential terms in office .
Sanders , noting that women make up more than half of America ’ s population , said his cabinet would reflect that .
He also called out Biden ’ s past support for the Hyde Amendment , which prevents clinics that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and said he has always believed in a “ woman ’ s right ” to choose .
Biden took Sanders ’ cabinet pledge and one-upped it .
He pledged to nominate the first African-American woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court and pledged to tap a woman to serve as his vice president .
Moderator Dana Bash , clearly surprised by Biden ’ s assertion , asked Sanders if he too would tap a woman to be his running mate , to which he answered he “ most likely ” would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ illegal immigrants living in the United States .
Biden pledged that he would not carry out any deportations during his first 100 days in office , adding that after that window closed , deportations would only be carried out for felonies committed in the U.S. Sanders said that on his first day as in office , he would restore the legal status of young people and their parents under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ( DACA ) program .
He also called for an end to Immigration and Customs Enforcement ( ICE @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that includes a “ pathway to citizenship for 11 million ” illegal immigrants living in the U.S. Sanders did press Biden on the issue of climate change , arguing that the former vice president ’ s reluctance to commit to “ transforming our energy system away from fossil fuel ” isn ’ t “ doing enough ” to solve the problem .
Biden got in a few more shots on Sanders ’ recent comments praising former Cuban Dictator Fidel Castro ’ s literacy programs and his Sunday lines on China just moments prior @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the praising just now of China – China is an authoritarian dictatorship , ” Biden noted .
“ That ’ s what it is .
We have to deal with them because they are there.
” “ The idea of occasionally saying something nice about a country is one thing , ” he continued .
“ The idea of praising a country that is violating human rights around the world is , in fact , makes our allies wonder what is going on.
” “ These are flat out dictators .
Period .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Straight up.
” The moderators noted that when looking at the results from the primary states to vote thus far , both candidates are struggling with key demographics : Biden receives significantly less support than Sanders from Hispanic voters , while Sanders has the same problem with the African-American community .
“ Look , my message is resonating across the board , ” Biden said when asked to address his lackluster Hispanic support .
He argued that , in the primary states he won , he ’ s not just winning but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ turnout in those states is up compared to 2016 .
He took a shot at Sanders ’ Independent status by saying people know he is a “ Democrat with a capital D. ” Sanders , on the other hand , more or less dodged the question .
He claimed to be winning the “ idealogical ” and “ generational struggle.
” “ I have my doubts about how you win a general election against Trump , ” Sanders continued before worrying that Biden will not inspire “ energy ” among young and Hispanic @ @

Sunday night’s debate between former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders, the last two standing candidates in the 2020 Democratic field, featured both sides trading predictable lines on the coronavirus pandemic and committing to naming female running mates.
The DNC moved the debate from its scheduled location in Arizona to CNN’s studio in Washington, D.C. last week amid coronavirus fears. The only people present in the room were Biden, Sanders, and moderators Dana Bash, Ilia Calderon and Jake Tapper.
Biden, buoyed off of his primary wins in South Carolina and the overwhelming majority of states on Super Tuesday, opened up a commanding lead this past Tuesday with additional wins in Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri and Washington. He currently holds a roughly 150 delegate lead over Sanders. The night was a sharp departure from the previous debate, highlighted by moderators losing complete control of the participants. (RELATED: ‘Off The Rails’: Moderators Struggle As 10th Democratic Debate Turns Into Absolute Shouting Match)
Coronavirus
As expected, CNN devoted the first half hour to addressing the ongoing pandemic.
Both Biden and Sanders criticized President Donald Trump’s initial response to the pandemic. Still, the majority of Biden’s answers sought to draw comparisons to how former President Barack Obama handled the Ebola crisis, and how he would bring that experience to handling coronavirus. Sanders repeatedly used coronavirus to expose the underlying “flaws” with America’s current health care system, advocating for his signature health care proposal, Medicare for All.
Notably, neither candidate would commit to enacting a national quarantine if the coronavirus happened on their watch, yet both said they would mobilize the military to help with the crisis.
The pair split, however, when asked if China should be “punished” for misleading the international community about the early days of the outbreak. Sanders argued that now is not the time for punishing China but criticized Trump for his recent praise of China’s handling of the outbreak. “It’s sad that we have a president who ignores the international community,” he added. (RELATED: White House Will Announce Monday New ‘Recommendations For The Public’ On Social Distancing)
Biden, on the other hand, argued that the U.S. should have been “bringing the world together” and sending experts to China to investigate the coronavirus as soon as the first cases were reported.
Additionally, the septuagenarians were asked what they, individually, were doing to safeguard their own health, as coronavirus is particularly deadly for the elderly. Sanders, 78, said that though he prefers rallies, his campaign, all of which is now “working from home” is now holding video “fireside” chats. Biden, 77, took the opportunity to take a shot at Sanders’ recent heart attack, adding that he is “in good health” and, like Sanders, has dictated his staff work from home.
The elephant in the room…
Following coronavirus, moderators brought the discussion back to the election at large, asking Biden how he plans to appeal to Sanders’ ardent supporters should he win the nomination.
“He’s making it hard on me,” Biden conceded, before changing course. “If Bernie’s the nominee, I will not only support him, but I will campaign for him,” adding, “I hope he will do the same thing with me.”
Likewise, Sanders pledged to support Biden if he wins the nomination in order to defeat Trump, who he called a “pathological liar… racist, sexist… a homophobe” and “the most dangerous president in the history of this country.”
The rest of this section contained significantly fewer pleasantries. Sanders took shots at Biden’s voting record on Social Security, veterans issues and campaign finance reform. Biden, for his part, argued that Sanders’ Medicare for All proposal has no chance of passing a Republican controlled Senate and claimed that if Sanders’ supporters “want a revolution now” they should support his Obamacare-like plan.
“We can do that now,” he stated. “I can get that passed.”
Both candidates attacked each other for fueling their campaigns through Super PACs, though both denied the other’s claims. Sanders asked Biden to disavow his Super PAC, while Biden claimed Sanders had nine PACs funding his campaign.
2 legit not to commit…
The second hour of the debate featured a number of questions on key issues to liberal voters, which both candidates used to make a number of bold claims about their potential terms in office.
Sanders, noting that women make up more than half of America’s population, said his cabinet would reflect that. He also called out Biden’s past support for the Hyde Amendment, which prevents clinics that perform abortions from receiving federal funding, and said he has always believed in a “woman’s right” to choose.
Biden took Sanders’ cabinet pledge and one-upped it. He pledged to nominate the first African-American woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court and pledged to tap a woman to serve as his vice president. Moderator Dana Bash, clearly surprised by Biden’s assertion, asked Sanders if he too would tap a woman to be his running mate, to which he answered he “most likely” would.
Both candidates made strong pledges to illegal immigrants living in the United States. Biden pledged that he would not carry out any deportations during his first 100 days in office, adding that after that window closed, deportations would only be carried out for felonies committed in the U.S. Sanders said that on his first day as in office, he would restore the legal status of young people and their parents under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. He also called for an end to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids, and comprehensive immigration reform that includes a “pathway to citizenship for 11 million” illegal immigrants living in the U.S.
Sanders did press Biden on the issue of climate change, arguing that the former vice president’s reluctance to commit to “transforming our energy system away from fossil fuel” isn’t “doing enough” to solve the problem.
Biden got in a few more shots on Sanders’ recent comments praising former Cuban Dictator Fidel Castro’s literacy programs and his Sunday lines on China just moments prior.
“The praising of Cuba, the praising just now of China – China is an authoritarian dictatorship,” Biden noted. “That’s what it is. We have to deal with them because they are there.”
“The idea of occasionally saying something nice about a country is one thing,” he continued. “The idea of praising a country that is violating human rights around the world is, in fact, makes our allies wonder what is going on.”
“These are flat out dictators. Period. And they should be called for it. Straight up.”
Bite the vulnera-bullet-ies
The moderators noted that when looking at the results from the primary states to vote thus far, both candidates are struggling with key demographics: Biden receives significantly less support than Sanders from Hispanic voters, while Sanders has the same problem with the African-American community.
“Look, my message is resonating across the board,” Biden said when asked to address his lackluster Hispanic support. He argued that, in the primary states he won, he’s not just winning but “overwhelmingly winning,” adding that turnout in those states is up compared to 2016. He took a shot at Sanders’ Independent status by saying people know he is a “Democrat with a capital D.”
Sanders, on the other hand, more or less dodged the question.
He claimed to be winning the “idealogical” and “generational struggle.”
“I have my doubts about how you win a general election against Trump,” Sanders continued before worrying that Biden will not inspire “energy” among young and Hispanic voters.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--‘An Awful Dictatorship Killing Millions’: Joe Biden Bashes Sanders For Praising Dictators

Former Vice President Joe Biden on Sunday repeatedly bashed Independent Vermont .
Sen. Bernie Sanders for his support and praise of various dictatorships .
Sanders has repeatedly praised former former Cuban dictator Fidel Castro ’ s “ massive literacy program.
” He has also tried to give credit to Communist China over poverty numbers and backed up both opinions during Sunday ’ s Democratic debate .
“ The praising of Cuba , the praising just now of China – China is an authoritarian dictatorship , ” Biden said after Sanders once again voiced his support for leaders in Cuba and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is .
We have to deal with them because they are there .
But the idea that they , in fact , have increased the wealth of people in that country , it ’ s been marginal the change that ’ s taken place .
They have a million … Muslims in prison camps in the west.
” “ You see what ’ s happening in Hong Kong today , and by the way , the idea that he praised the Soviet Union when it was the Soviet Union , about the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ They are an awful dictatorship killing millions and millions of people.
” ( RELATED : Joe Biden Promises That He Will Have A Woman Running Mate ) Biden continued on to suggest that America ’ s allies could be troubled by a future U.S. president praising “ a country that is violating human rights around the world.
” He added that “ words matter ” and said certain leaders should be called out as dictators .
“ The idea of occasionally saying something nice about a country is one thing , ” Biden @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a country that is violating human rights around the world is , in fact , makes our allies wonder what is going on .
What do you think the South Koreans think when he praises China like that ?
” “ What do you think the Australians believe in the shadow of China ?
What do you think is happening in Indonesia in the shadow of China ?
What do you think is happening in terms of Japan in the shadow of China ?
Words matter .
These are flat out dictators .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for it .
Straight up .
”

Former Vice President Joe Biden on Sunday repeatedly bashed Independent Vermont. Sen. Bernie Sanders for his support and praise of various dictatorships.
Sanders has repeatedly praised former former Cuban dictator Fidel Castro’s “massive literacy program.” He has also tried to give credit to Communist China over poverty numbers and backed up both opinions during Sunday’s Democratic debate.
“The praising of Cuba, the praising just now of China – China is an authoritarian dictatorship,” Biden said after Sanders once again voiced his support for leaders in Cuba and China. “That’s what it is. We have to deal with them because they are there. But the idea that they, in fact, have increased the wealth of people in that country, it’s been marginal the change that’s taken place. They have a million … Muslims in prison camps in the west.”
“You see what’s happening in Hong Kong today, and by the way, the idea that he praised the Soviet Union when it was the Soviet Union, about the things that they had done well. They are an awful dictatorship killing millions and millions of people.” (RELATED: Joe Biden Promises That He Will Have A Woman Running Mate)
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Biden continued on to suggest that America’s allies could be troubled by a future U.S. president praising “a country that is violating human rights around the world.” He added that “words matter” and said certain leaders should be called out as dictators.
“The idea of occasionally saying something nice about a country is one thing,” Biden said. “The idea of praising a country that is violating human rights around the world is, in fact, makes our allies wonder what is going on. What do you think the South Koreans think when he praises China like that?”
“What do you think the Australians believe in the shadow of China? What do you think is happening in Indonesia in the shadow of China? What do you think is happening in terms of Japan in the shadow of China? Words matter. These are flat out dictators. Period. And they should be called for it. Straight up.”
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thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Harvey Weinstein Moved Back To Prison After Short Stent In Hospital

Weinstein spent time at Bellevue Hospital after his sentencing hearing , according to a report published by Page Six .
He is now back at Rikers Island after experiencing a spike in blood pressure .
He was taken to the hospital to monitor .
Before his sentencing hearing , Weinstein spent time at Bellevue for a heart procedure .
He was moved from Rikers after his conviction due to chest pains .
As previously reported , Weinstein was sentenced to prison for 23 years Wednesday after he was convicted of rape in the third degree and committing a criminal sexual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He faces another round of sexual abuse charges in Los Angeles .
( RELATED : Harvey Weinstein Sentenced To 23 Years In Prison After Rape Conviction ) The 23-year sentence was hit for Weinstein ’ s lawyers who argued for a lenient sentence .
The lawyers pointed to Weinstein ’ s “ accomplishments ” and “ charitable endeavors ” along with his poor health as reasons for a lenient sentence .
Weinstein faced a minimum of five years or a maximum of 29 years in prison .
“ His life story , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remarkable and should not be disregarded in total because of the jury ’ s verdict , ” his lawyers wrote in a letter .
Prosecutors argued that Weinstein should receive a sentence to reflect his conviction and a “ lifetime of abuse towards others .
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Disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein was moved back to prison Monday.
Weinstein spent time at Bellevue Hospital after his sentencing hearing, according to a report published by Page Six. He is now back at Rikers Island after experiencing a spike in blood pressure. He was taken to the hospital to monitor.
Weinstein is back at Rikers Island after an apparent medical episode — just hours after he was sentenced to 23 years in prison. He was convicted of sexually assaulting his former production assistant Miriam Haley and raping Jessica Mann.https://t.co/Zqn3QsOvBg — New York Daily News (@NYDailyNews) March 16, 2020
Before his sentencing hearing, Weinstein spent time at Bellevue for a heart procedure. He was moved from Rikers after his conviction due to chest pains.
As previously reported, Weinstein was sentenced to prison for 23 years Wednesday after he was convicted of rape in the third degree and committing a criminal sexual act in the first degree last month. He faces another round of sexual abuse charges in Los Angeles. (RELATED: Harvey Weinstein Sentenced To 23 Years In Prison After Rape Conviction)
The 23-year sentence was hit for Weinstein’s lawyers who argued for a lenient sentence.
The lawyers pointed to Weinstein’s “accomplishments” and “charitable endeavors” along with his poor health as reasons for a lenient sentence. Weinstein faced a minimum of five years or a maximum of 29 years in prison.
“His life story, his accomplishments, and struggles are simply remarkable and should not be disregarded in total because of the jury’s verdict,” his lawyers wrote in a letter.
Prosecutors argued that Weinstein should receive a sentence to reflect his conviction and a “lifetime of abuse towards others.”


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Ohio Judge Denies Primary Delay Over Coronavirus Fears

An Ohio court officially denied a request to delay the state ’ s primary election after calls from the Governor , as coronavirus continues to spread rapidly throughout the U.S. Republican Ohio Gov .
Mike DeWine suggested Monday that the Tuesday primary should be postponed due to fears of the virus spreading .
Ohio is the fourth state to suspend it ’ s primary election since the coronavirus has ramped up .
“ It is clear that tomorrow ’ s in-person voting does not conform and can not conform with these CDC guidelines .
We can not conduct this election @ @ @ @ @ @ @ press conference .
( RELATED : Ohio Governor Calls For Primary To Be Delayed One Day Before Election ) “ The power to suspend an election , the power to delay an election , is not one we have .
It rests with the legislature and the courts , ” Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose added at the press conference , ” Politico reported .
“ I hope and anticipate the judge will agree with us.
” DeWine says the elections should be postponed until June , as a safety measure to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deadly disease .
( RELATED : Here ’ s What The $ 8.3 Billion Bill For Coronavirus Actually Does ) There are three other states holding primaries Tuesday , including Arizona , Florida and Illinois .

An Ohio court officially denied a request to delay the state’s primary election after calls from the Governor, as coronavirus continues to spread rapidly throughout the U.S.
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine suggested Monday that the Tuesday primary should be postponed due to fears of the virus spreading. Ohio is the fourth state to suspend it’s primary election since the coronavirus has ramped up.
“It is clear that tomorrow’s in-person voting does not conform and cannot conform with these CDC guidelines. We cannot conduct this election tomorrow,” DeWine said at a press conference. (RELATED: Ohio Governor Calls For Primary To Be Delayed One Day Before Election)
“The power to suspend an election, the power to delay an election, is not one we have. It rests with the legislature and the courts,” Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose added at the press conference,” Politico reported. “I hope and anticipate the judge will agree with us.”
DeWine says the elections should be postponed until June, as a safety measure to protect voters from the spread of the deadly disease. (RELATED: Here’s What The $8.3 Billion Bill For Coronavirus Actually Does)
There are three other states holding primaries Tuesday, including Arizona, Florida and Illinois.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Superstar Bond Girl Olga Kurylenko Says She’s ‘Locked Up At Home’ After Testing Positive For Coronav

Superstar Bond Girl Olga Kurylenko Says She’s ‘Locked Up At Home’ After Testing Positive For Coronavirus

Superstar actress and Bond girl Olga Kurylenko announced that she ’ s “ locked up at home ” after she tested positive for the coronavirus .
“ Locked up at home after having tested positive for Coronavirus , ” the 40-year-old former James Bond actress shared in a post on Instagram .
The post was noted by TMZ in a piece published Monday .
“ I ’ ve actually been ill for almost a week now .
Fever and fatigue are my main symptoms .
Take care of yourself and do take this seriously !
” ( RELATED : REPORT @ @ @ @ @ @ @ To Coronavirus Fears ) Later that day , the “ Oblivion ” star took to her social media to thank “ everyone who has sent me well wishes , I ’ m overwhelmed with everyone ’ s kindness.
” ( RELATED : Pearl Jam Postpones North American Tour Over Growing Coronavirus Concerns ) “ I wanted to take this opportunity to answer the most common questions that I ’ ve been asked regarding Coronavirus , ” she added .
“ ‘ Why I ’ m not in hospital ?
’ Because hospitals are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that are struggling with life , if I understand correctly.
” Kurylenko continued , “ I was told that if I get worse to call an ambulance .
‘ Where I got tested ?
’ In the hospital when an ambulance took me there after I called because my fever was over 39 [ celsius ] .
” “ ‘ How did I get tested ? '
” the “ Quantum of Solace ” actress went on , while sharing another question she ’ d been getting .
“ They took a swab @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I get coronavirus ? '
” she added .
“ Impossible to know .
It could be anywhere .
I could have touched a taxi handle and gotten it from there .
It ’ s on surfaces !
For a week my temperature was stable 38 .
Sometimes up to 38.5 .
Today it ’ s come down.
” Fellow stars Tom Hanks , his wife Rita Wilson and actor Idris Elba have also shared with fans that they tested positive for COVID-19 .

Superstar actress and Bond girl Olga Kurylenko announced that she’s “locked up at home” after she tested positive for the coronavirus.
“Locked up at home after having tested positive for Coronavirus,” the 40-year-old former James Bond actress shared in a post on Instagram. The post was noted by TMZ in a piece published Monday. “I’ve actually been ill for almost a week now. Fever and fatigue are my main symptoms. Take care of yourself and do take this seriously!” (RELATED: REPORT: Coachella Potentially Rescheduled To October Due To Coronavirus Fears)
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Olga Kurylenko (@olgakurylenkoofficial) on Feb 15, 2020 at 3:30am PST
Later that day, the “Oblivion” star took to her social media to thank “everyone who has sent me well wishes, I’m overwhelmed with everyone’s kindness.” (RELATED: Pearl Jam Postpones North American Tour Over Growing Coronavirus Concerns)
“I wanted to take this opportunity to answer the most common questions that I’ve been asked regarding Coronavirus,” she added. “‘Why I’m not in hospital?’ Because hospitals are full and they are only taking patients that are struggling with life, if I understand correctly.”
Kurylenko continued, “I was told that if I get worse to call an ambulance. ‘Where I got tested?’ In the hospital when an ambulance took me there after I called because my fever was over 39 [celsius].”
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Olga Kurylenko (@olgakurylenkoofficial) on Mar 16, 2020 at 10:46am PDT
“‘How did I get tested?'” the “Quantum of Solace” actress went on, while sharing another question she’d been getting. “They took a swab from my throat.”
“Where did I get coronavirus?'” she added. “Impossible to know. It could be anywhere. I could have touched a taxi handle and gotten it from there. It’s on surfaces! For a week my temperature was stable 38. Sometimes up to 38.5. Today it’s come down.”
Fellow stars Tom Hanks, his wife Rita Wilson and actor Idris Elba have also shared with fans that they tested positive for COVID-19.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--‘Deborah Birx’s Outfit Makes Her Look Like The Cult Leader’: Politico Writer Mocks Trump Coronavirus

‘Deborah Birx’s Outfit Makes Her Look Like The Cult Leader’: Politico Writer Mocks Trump Coronavirus Team

Politico columnist Jack Schafer mocked the Trump administration ’ s Coronavirus Task Force , saying that Dr. Deborah Birx ’ @ @ @ @ @ look like the cult leader.
” Schafer fired off a couple of tweets Monday in @ @ @ @ @ briefing , first taking aim at Surgeon General Jerome Adams and Health Department Assistant Secretary @ @ @ @ @ on Birx .
( RELATED : BREAKING : Trump Announces Four Steps Of New Coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ All Americans For 15 Days ) “ Those uniforms make Jerome Adams and Brett Giroir @ @ @ @ @ Heaven ’ s Gate cult , ” Schafer tweeted .
“ Deborah Birx ’ s @ @ @ @ @ the cult leader , ” he added .
Schafer immediately took some heat for his @ @

Politico columnist Jack Schafer mocked the Trump administration’s Coronavirus Task Force, saying that Dr. Deborah Birx’s outfit made her “look like the cult leader.”
Schafer fired off a couple of tweets Monday in response to the latest coronavirus briefing, first taking aim at Surgeon General Jerome Adams and Health Department Assistant Secretary Brett Giroir and then turning on Birx. (RELATED: BREAKING: Trump Announces Four Steps Of New Coronavirus Guidance To Be Followed By All Americans For 15 Days)
“Those uniforms make Jerome Adams and Brett Giroir look like members of the Heaven’s Gate cult,” Schafer tweeted.
Those uniforms make Jerome Adams and Brett Giroir look like members of the Heaven’s Gate cult. — Jack Shafer (@jackshafer) March 16, 2020
“Deborah Birx’s outfit makes her look like the cult leader,” he added.
Deborah Birx’s outfit makes her look like the cult leader. — Jack Shafer (@jackshafer) March 16, 2020
Schafer immediately took some heat for his comments.
vying for a fashion column on @VanityFair Jack? — Tony Bruno (@TonyBrunoShow) March 16, 2020


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--REPORT: Jennifer Lawrence, Cooke Maroney Restrain Alleged Intruder At Los Angeles Home

Actress Jennifer Lawrence and her husband Cooke Maroney reportedly restrained an intruder in their home Sunday night .
The 23-year-old woman allegedly entered the home through the front door , according to a report published by TMZ .
Lawrence , Maroney and security reportedly restrained the woman until police arrived , a source told Page Six .
The woman was arrested for misdemeanor trespassing .
She allegedly entered the home around 9:15 p.m. through the unlocked front doors .
( RELATED : Check Out The Best Photos Of Jennifer Lawrence On The Internet ) The woman told police she had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meet the actress .
She ’ s going to have to wait on that .
I think there could have been an easier way for her to meet Lawrence that wouldn ’ t have including her getting arrested .
Also , why weren ’ t the front doors of Lawrence ’ s home locked ?
That really doesn ’ t make sense to me .
You ’ re a celebrity estimated to be worth $ 130 million .
The door should be locked at all times .
In fact , there should be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ even get close to her front doors .
This whole situation could have been avoided if Lawrence would have just had her doors locked .

Actress Jennifer Lawrence and her husband Cooke Maroney reportedly restrained an intruder in their home Sunday night.
The 23-year-old woman allegedly entered the home through the front door, according to a report published by TMZ. Lawrence, Maroney and security reportedly restrained the woman until police arrived, a source told Page Six.
A 23-year-old woman was arrested after entering Jennifer Lawrence’s home late Sunday night while both Jen and her husband were home.https://t.co/3QLcUehKfW pic.twitter.com/EN8F7DMVQN — E! News (@enews) March 16, 2020
The woman was arrested for misdemeanor trespassing.
She allegedly entered the home around 9:15 p.m. through the unlocked front doors. (RELATED: Check Out The Best Photos Of Jennifer Lawrence On The Internet)
The woman told police she had entered the home because she wanted to meet the actress. She’s going to have to wait on that. I think there could have been an easier way for her to meet Lawrence that wouldn’t have including her getting arrested.
Also, why weren’t the front doors of Lawrence’s home locked? That really doesn’t make sense to me. You’re a celebrity estimated to be worth $130 million. The door should be locked at all times. In fact, there should be three sets of barriers before someone can even get close to her front doors.
This whole situation could have been avoided if Lawrence would have just had her doors locked.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--A Washington Police Department Asks Criminals To Cease Criminal Behavior Until Coronavirus Ends

A police department in Washington state is asking criminals to suspend their behaviors until further notice due to the coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ cases of # COVID-19 , PPD is asking all criminal activities and nefarious behavior to @ @ @ @ @ cooperation in halting crime & thank the criminals in advance .
We will let you @ @ @ @ @ your normal behavior .
Until then # washyourhands , ” the Payallup Police Department tweeted @ @ @ @ @ operating under a state of emergency , with all public and private schools closed until @ @ @ @ @ bars only offering takeout and delivery services until further notice , Governor Jay Inslee announced @ @ @ @ @ 250 people are prohibited across the state .
Health officials report 43 deaths from the @ @ @ @ @ another 769 confirmed cases as of Monday , according to Seattle PI .
( RELATED @ @ @ @ @ ’ s What Every State In America Is Doing To Combat The Spread Of The @ @

A police department in Washington state is asking criminals to suspend their behaviors until further notice due to the coronavirus.
“Due to local cases of #COVID-19, PPD is asking all criminal activities and nefarious behavior to cease. We appreciate your cooperation in halting crime & thank the criminals in advance. We will let you know when you can resume your normal behavior. Until then #washyourhands,” the Payallup Police Department tweeted Monday.
Due to local cases of #COVID-19, PPD is asking all criminal activities and nefarious behavior to cease. We appreciate your cooperation in halting crime & thank the criminals in advance. We will let you know when you can resume your normal behavior. Until then #washyourhands — Puyallup Police (@PuyallupPD) March 16, 2020
Washington is currently operating under a state of emergency, with all public and private schools closed until April 24 and restaurants and bars only offering takeout and delivery services until further notice, Governor Jay Inslee announced Sunday. Events with over 250 people are prohibited across the state.
King County will shut down these establishments immediately. As the largest population center and current epicenter of this outbreak, they must act with even greater urgency. I applaud @kcexec’s decision. We will hold a joint press conference with more details tomorrow. 5/6 — Governor Jay Inslee (@GovInslee) March 16, 2020
Health officials report 43 deaths from the coronavirus in Washington, and another 769 confirmed cases as of Monday, according to Seattle PI. (RELATED: LIVE UPDATES: Here’s What Every State In America Is Doing To Combat The Spread Of The Coronavirus)


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Here Are All The Members Of Congress Who Have Self-Quarantined Due To Coronavirus

A number of members of Congress in both the House and the Senate have announced they are self-quarantining as coronavirus continues to spread throughout the U.S .
Here is an updated list of all the members of Congress who have self-quarantined : Many Republican Congressmen decided to self-quarantine after meeting the individual who attended the Conservative Political Action Conference ( CPAC ) while infected with coronavirus .
Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz was the first to announce the self-quarantine , saying that he will be staying home in Texas for the week after he was informed that he met the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with coronavirus .
( RELATED : Ted Cruz To Stay Home In Texas For One Week After Saying He Met Person With Coronavirus At CPAC ) Cruz made it clear in a statement that he has not had any symptoms since the interaction at the conference and that it was a quick conversation and a handshake , but he said in order to be safe he will be staying home instead of returning back to Washington D.C. Cruz also said he has spoken with health officials across the board .
Republican Arizona Rep. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Congress to self-quarantine .
The Arizona Republican said that three of his senior staff are also under self-quarantine , but that none of them have been diagnosed or feel symptoms of the deadly disease .
( RELATED : Rep. Paul Gosar Becomes Second Member Of Congress To Self-Quarantine After Meeting Person With Coronavirus At CPAC ) Democratic Wisconsin Rep. Gwen Moore announced Monday that she will self-quarantine as the deadly coronavirus continues to spread throughout the U.S .
The announcement came not long after New Mexico Democratic Ben Ray Luján said that he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ does not feel symptoms that he believes it is safest to self-quarantine and work from home .
A large number of members of Congress have begun to self-quarantine as the death tolls climb and the virus spreads .
( RELATED : Another House Democrat To Self-Quarantine ) A staffer who works in Republican Arizona Rep. David Schweikert ’ s Washington D.C. office tested positive for coronavirus , the congressman announced Sunday , as the House passed a bill Saturday morning that is set to provide coronavirus testing at no cost to patients and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need .
The Senate is currently working on passing legislation , which , if passed , would then be sent to Trump for a finalizing signature .
Virginia Democratic Rep. Don Beyer announced Tuesday that he had dinner with a friend who has since tested positive for coronavirus , adding him to a list of members of Congress who have self-quarantined .
( RELATED : Don Beyer Becomes Second Democrat To Self-Quarantine After Having Dinner With A Friend Infected With Coronavirus ) A number of members of Congress have received tests for coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spread across the U.S. President Donald Trump received a test for the virus , which came back negative .
Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday also announced that he tested negative for coronavirus .

A number of members of Congress in both the House and the Senate have announced they are self-quarantining as coronavirus continues to spread throughout the U.S.
Here is an updated list of all the members of Congress who have self-quarantined:
Many Republican Congressmen decided to self-quarantine after meeting the individual who attended the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) while infected with coronavirus.
Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz was the first to announce the self-quarantine, saying that he will be staying home in Texas for the week after he was informed that he met the individual who attended CPAC who is infected with coronavirus. (RELATED: Ted Cruz To Stay Home In Texas For One Week After Saying He Met Person With Coronavirus At CPAC)
Cruz made it clear in a statement that he has not had any symptoms since the interaction at the conference and that it was a quick conversation and a handshake, but he said in order to be safe he will be staying home instead of returning back to Washington D.C. Cruz also said he has spoken with health officials across the board.
Republican Arizona Rep. Paul Gosar became the second member of Congress to self-quarantine. The Arizona Republican said that three of his senior staff are also under self-quarantine, but that none of them have been diagnosed or feel symptoms of the deadly disease. (RELATED: Rep. Paul Gosar Becomes Second Member Of Congress To Self-Quarantine After Meeting Person With Coronavirus At CPAC)
Democratic Wisconsin Rep. Gwen Moore announced Monday that she will self-quarantine as the deadly coronavirus continues to spread throughout the U.S.
The announcement came not long after New Mexico Democratic Ben Ray Luján said that he will self-quarantine. Luján said although he does not feel symptoms that he believes it is safest to self-quarantine and work from home. A large number of members of Congress have begun to self-quarantine as the death tolls climb and the virus spreads. (RELATED: Another House Democrat To Self-Quarantine)
A staffer who works in Republican Arizona Rep. David Schweikert’s Washington D.C. office tested positive for coronavirus, the congressman announced Sunday, as the House passed a bill Saturday morning that is set to provide coronavirus testing at no cost to patients and extend paid sick leave to workers in need. The Senate is currently working on passing legislation, which, if passed, would then be sent to Trump for a finalizing signature.
Virginia Democratic Rep. Don Beyer announced Tuesday that he had dinner with a friend who has since tested positive for coronavirus, adding him to a list of members of Congress who have self-quarantined. (RELATED: Don Beyer Becomes Second Democrat To Self-Quarantine After Having Dinner With A Friend Infected With Coronavirus)
A number of members of Congress have received tests for coronavirus, as the deadly disease continues to spread across the U.S.
President Donald Trump received a test for the virus, which came back negative. Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday also announced that he tested negative for coronavirus.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Outgoing White House Chief Of Staff Mick Mulvaney Self-Quarantining In South Carolina

Outgoing acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney is reportedly self-quarantining over coronavirus fears in South Carolina .
Mulvaney , who Trump replaced with former North Carolina Republican Rep. Mark Meadows less than two weeks ago , was already tested for coronavirus after his niece came into contact with a Brazilian official who has tested positive .
His test results came back negative , but according to White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham , “ abundance of caution due to his proximity to the President , he ’ s teleworking.
” Trump named Mulvaney the U.S. special envoy to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and the South Carolinian had agreed to stay on at the White House for a period to assist with the transition .
( RELATED : Lindsey Graham Tests Negative For Coronavirus ) In recent days , a number lawmakers and media figures have quarantined themselves amid the growing number of confirmed cases in Washington , DC .
The list bi-partisan currently includes Assistant House Speaker Ray Lujån , South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham , Wisconsin Democratic Rep. Gwen Moore , and others .
A number of Hill staffers have also tested @ @ @ @

Outgoing acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney is reportedly self-quarantining over coronavirus fears in South Carolina.
Mulvaney, who Trump replaced with former North Carolina Republican Rep. Mark Meadows less than two weeks ago, was already tested for coronavirus after his niece came into contact with a Brazilian official who has tested positive. His test results came back negative, but according to White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham, “abundance of caution due to his proximity to the President, he’s teleworking.”
Trump named Mulvaney the U.S. special envoy to Northern Ireland after replacing him with Meadows, and the South Carolinian had agreed to stay on at the White House for a period to assist with the transition. (RELATED: Lindsey Graham Tests Negative For Coronavirus)
Per White House @PressSec, Mulvaney “had contact with someone whose test results are pending, so out of an abundance of caution due to his proximity to the President, he’s teleworking pending those results.” https://t.co/N1ntrGxsFP — Jill Colvin (@colvinj) March 16, 2020
In recent days, a number lawmakers and media figures have quarantined themselves amid the growing number of confirmed cases in Washington, DC.
The list bi-partisan currently includes Assistant House Speaker Ray Lujån, South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, Wisconsin Democratic Rep. Gwen Moore, and others. A number of Hill staffers have also tested positive for coronavirus.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Kentucky Becomes Third State To Officially Delay Its Presidential Primary

Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams announced Monday the state has delayed its May 19 primary election until June 23 due to the coronavirus pandemic .
The move by Kentucky makes it the third state to postpone its primary election due to coronavirus .
Louisiana and Georgia have also announced delays to their respective presidential primaries due to the crisis .
Adams , a Republican , said in a video message posted to Twitter that Kentucky law allows the secretary of state and the governor to jointly act to delay an election due to a state of emergency .
Adams @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Beshear agreed that delaying the primary necessary to protect the health of the state ’ s citizens .
“ These are unprecedented times , ” Adams said .
“ Postponing the primary was not an easy decision.
” “ This delay will allow me , the state board of elections and our county clerks time to asses which changes to make to ensure a successful primary election , ” Adams said .
“ There could be more changes , but this was a first step to buy us time and keep our citizens @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Kentucky comes as Arizona , Illinois , Ohio and Florida are set to hold primary elections on Tuesday .
Ohio Gov .
Mike DeWine , a Republican , recommended Monday that the state should postpone its primary until June because of the virus , but the decision to delay ultimately rests with the legislature and the courts .
It ’ s unclear at this time whether Ohio ’ s primary will be delayed .
( RELATED : Ohio Governor Calls For Primary To Be Delayed One Day Before Election ) “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s in their best interest to stay home and at the same time tell people to go vote , ” DeWine said Monday .
“ We should not force people to choose between their health and their constitutional duties as citizens.
” Officials in Arizona , Illinois and Florida said Monday that their primary elections on Tuesday will move forward as scheduled , The New York Times reported .
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on Sunday questioned the logic of holding primary elections at the same time the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 50 people take place for at least eight weeks .
“ I would hope governors listen to the public health experts and what they are saying is , you just indicated , we don ’ t want gatherings of more than 50 people , ” Sanders said on CNN after Sunday ’ s debate .
“ I ’ m thinking about some of the elderly people sitting behind the desks , registering people , all that stuff .
It does not make a lot of sense.
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Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams announced Monday the state has delayed its May 19 primary election until June 23 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The move by Kentucky makes it the third state to postpone its primary election due to coronavirus. Louisiana and Georgia have also announced delays to their respective presidential primaries due to the crisis.
Adams, a Republican, said in a video message posted to Twitter that Kentucky law allows the secretary of state and the governor to jointly act to delay an election due to a state of emergency. Adams said he and Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear agreed that delaying the primary necessary to protect the health of the state’s citizens.
“These are unprecedented times,” Adams said. “Postponing the primary was not an easy decision.”
“This delay will allow me, the state board of elections and our county clerks time to asses which changes to make to ensure a successful primary election,” Adams said. “There could be more changes, but this was a first step to buy us time and keep our citizens as safe as possible.”
The May 19th primary election is delayed to June 23rd. Find out why here: pic.twitter.com/qMAlT4RS4N — KY Sec. of State Michael G. Adams (@KYSecState) March 16, 2020
The delay by Kentucky comes as Arizona, Illinois, Ohio and Florida are set to hold primary elections on Tuesday.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, recommended Monday that the state should postpone its primary until June because of the virus, but the decision to delay ultimately rests with the legislature and the courts. It’s unclear at this time whether Ohio’s primary will be delayed. (RELATED: Ohio Governor Calls For Primary To Be Delayed One Day Before Election)
“We can’t tell people it’s in their best interest to stay home and at the same time tell people to go vote,” DeWine said Monday. “We should not force people to choose between their health and their constitutional duties as citizens.”
Officials in Arizona, Illinois and Florida said Monday that their primary elections on Tuesday will move forward as scheduled, The New York Times reported.
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on Sunday questioned the logic of holding primary elections at the same time the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that no gatherings of more than 50 people take place for at least eight weeks.
“I would hope governors listen to the public health experts and what they are saying is, you just indicated, we don’t want gatherings of more than 50 people,” Sanders said on CNN after Sunday’s debate. “I’m thinking about some of the elderly people sitting behind the desks, registering people, all that stuff. It does not make a lot of sense.”
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thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Universal Releasing Theatrical Movies At Home Same Day As Movie Houses Due To Coronavirus

Universal Pictures announced Monday that it would be releasing a handful of theatrical movies at home on demand on the same day as they come out in movie houses amid coronavirus .
“ Given the rapidly evolving and unprecedented changes to consumers ’ daily lives during this difficult time , the company felt that now was the right time to provide this option in the home as well as in theaters , ” a statement from NBCUniversal Chief Executive Jeff Shell read , according to the Hollywood Reporter in a piece published Monday .
( RELATED : REPORT : Coachella @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fears ) “ NBCUniversal will continue to evaluate the environment as conditions evolve and will determine the best distribution strategy in each market when the current unique situation changes , ” the statement added .
( RELATED : Pearl Jam Postpones North American Tour Over Growing Coronavirus Concerns ) The statement continued , “ Universal Pictures has a broad and diverse range of movies with 2020 being no exception .
Rather than delaying these films or releasing them into a challenged distribution landscape , we wanted to provide an option for people to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is both accessible and affordable.
” “ We hope and believe that people will still go to the movies in theaters where available , but we understand that for people in different areas of the world that is increasingly becoming less possible , ” Shell explained .
The titles of the movies include , the upcoming “ Trolls World Tour , ” which opens April 10 .
And starting Friday , movies that are already out in theaters will be made available .
Those include , “ The Invisible Man , ” “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” per the Los Angeles Times .
According to the outlet : Movies will be made available on a wide variety of on-demand services for a 48-hour rental period at a suggested retail price of $ 19.99 in the U.S. and the price equivalent in international markets .
The announcement was made by NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell .
Insiders say it isn ’ t a blanket policy for the studio ’ s entire 2020 calendar and that decisions regarding other titles and the duration of the policy haven ’ t been made yet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to close theaters in some 32 or more markets overseas and partially closed in another 15 territories amid fear of spreading COVID-19 .
Most if not all movie houses in the United States have either closed or are expected to go dark by this weekend .

Universal Pictures announced Monday that it would be releasing a handful of theatrical movies at home on demand on the same day as they come out in movie houses amid coronavirus.
“Given the rapidly evolving and unprecedented changes to consumers’ daily lives during this difficult time, the company felt that now was the right time to provide this option in the home as well as in theaters,” a statement from NBCUniversal Chief Executive Jeff Shell read, according to the Hollywood Reporter in a piece published Monday. (RELATED: REPORT: Coachella Potentially Rescheduled To October Due To Coronavirus Fears)
“NBCUniversal will continue to evaluate the environment as conditions evolve and will determine the best distribution strategy in each market when the current unique situation changes,” the statement added. (RELATED: Pearl Jam Postpones North American Tour Over Growing Coronavirus Concerns)
NBCUniversal said Monday its current movies from the Universal Pictures stable — including the upcoming event family movie #TrollsWorldTour — will be made available on-demand at the same time they hit those theaters that remain open https://t.co/8KoP6tAKv8 — The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) March 16, 2020
The statement continued, “Universal Pictures has a broad and diverse range of movies with 2020 being no exception. Rather than delaying these films or releasing them into a challenged distribution landscape, we wanted to provide an option for people to view these titles in the home that is both accessible and affordable.”
“We hope and believe that people will still go to the movies in theaters where available, but we understand that for people in different areas of the world that is increasingly becoming less possible,” Shell explained.
The titles of the movies include, the upcoming “Trolls World Tour,” which opens April 10. And starting Friday, movies that are already out in theaters will be made available. Those include, “The Invisible Man,” “The Hunt” and “Emma,” per the Los Angeles Times.
According to the outlet:
Movies will be made available on a wide variety of on-demand services for a 48-hour rental period at a suggested retail price of $19.99 in the U.S. and the price equivalent in international markets. The announcement was made by NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell. Insiders say it isn’t a blanket policy for the studio’s entire 2020 calendar and that decisions regarding other titles and the duration of the policy haven’t been made yet.
This after countries have taken steps to close theaters in some 32 or more markets overseas and partially closed in another 15 territories amid fear of spreading COVID-19. Most if not all movie houses in the United States have either closed or are expected to go dark by this weekend.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--‘At Least You’re Not Politicizing It, Juan’: Gutfeld Snaps On Juan Williams Over Trump’s Handling Of

‘At Least You’re Not Politicizing It, Juan’: Gutfeld Snaps On Juan Williams Over Trump’s Handling Of Coronavirus

Fox News ’ “ The Five ” blew up Monday as Juan Williams clashed with Greg Gutfeld and Jesse Watters over President Donald Trump ’ s managing of the coronavirus .
“ This is new to him , ” Gutfeld said of Trump ’ s handling of the virus .
“ I think he was trying to focus on trying to quell the panic while letting the experts deal with the virus .
Deeds , words .
And right now , you can not match the deeds that this administration is doing .
They ’ re doing amazing work.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we have so many tests to find out who has it .
That ’ s why we have a vaccine , ” Williams said sarcastically .
“ The president said the vaccine ’ s coming in a couple weeks , now we know it ’ s years.
” “ Yeah , at least you ’ re not politicizing it , Juan , ” Gutfeld said , as Jesse Watters also chimed in .
“ That ’ s why…in the NSC , we don ’ t have an office of global immune threats .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ all to be forgotten , ” Williams said .
“ Juan , they have plenty of bureaucrats in Italy , and look what ’ s happening in Italy , ” Watters said .
“ Oh , now we want to compare our government to the Italians , very good , very good , ” Williams snapped back as the segment came to an end .
( RELATED : Fox News ’ Juan Williams : Republicans Could Vote To Remove Trump ) President Donald Trump announced new guidelines to keep Americans healthy as coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @

Fox News’ “The Five” blew up Monday as Juan Williams clashed with Greg Gutfeld and Jesse Watters over President Donald Trump’s managing of the coronavirus.
“This is new to him,” Gutfeld said of Trump’s handling of the virus. “I think he was trying to focus on trying to quell the panic while letting the experts deal with the virus. Deeds, words. And right now, you cannot match the deeds that this administration is doing. They’re doing amazing work.”
“Yeah, that’s why we have so many tests to find out who has it. That’s why we have a vaccine,” Williams said sarcastically. “The president said the vaccine’s coming in a couple weeks, now we know it’s years.”
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“Yeah, at least you’re not politicizing it, Juan,” Gutfeld said, as Jesse Watters also chimed in.
“That’s why…in the NSC, we don’t have an office of global immune threats. No, no, that’s all to be forgotten,” Williams said.
“Juan, they have plenty of bureaucrats in Italy, and look what’s happening in Italy,” Watters said.
“Oh, now we want to compare our government to the Italians, very good, very good,” Williams snapped back as the segment came to an end. (RELATED: Fox News’ Juan Williams: Republicans Could Vote To Remove Trump)
President Donald Trump announced new guidelines to keep Americans healthy as coronavirus continues to spread across America.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--FACT CHECK: Did Costco Recall Kirkland Toilet Paper Due To Coronavirus Contamination?

An image shared on Facebook claims Costco issued a recall of its Kirkland Signature brand toilet paper because it has been contaminated with the novel coronavirus .
There is no record of Costco issuing a coronavirus-related bath tissue recall .
The notice letter appears to have been fabricated .
The claim that Costco issued a recall of its Kirkland Signature brand bath tissue went viral over the weekend amid the ongoing global pandemic of COVID-19 , the disease caused by the novel coronavirus .
This particular post features an alleged letter from the wholesale retailer notifying shoppers of the recall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our bath tissue has been contaminated with Coronavirus outbreak ( COVID-19 ) , ” reads part of the supposed notice .
“ The bath tissue has been contaminated due to the item being manufactured in China.
” The notice contains several spelling and grammatical errors and offers no means of contacting the manufacturer , making it immediately suspect .
Costco publicly lists current and past recall notices on its website .
A search of that list turned up no recalls of Kirkland Signature brand bath tissue in the previous 120 days .
Nor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Product Safety Commission database .
The wholesale retailer has not issued any coronavirus-related recalls to date .
( RELATED : Viral Post Claims Mexico Doesn ’ t Have Any Coronavirus Cases ) COVID-19 primarily spreads from person-to-person through respiratory droplets but can also be spread through contact with infected surfaces , according to the World Health Organization .
A recent study by U.S. government researchers found that the virus can survive up to 24 hours on cardboard and up to several days on plastic .
However , there is “ no evidence to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ goods , ” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website .

An image shared on Facebook claims Costco issued a recall of its Kirkland Signature brand toilet paper because it has been contaminated with the novel coronavirus.
Verdict: False
There is no record of Costco issuing a coronavirus-related bath tissue recall. The notice letter appears to have been fabricated.
Fact Check:
The claim that Costco issued a recall of its Kirkland Signature brand bath tissue went viral over the weekend amid the ongoing global pandemic of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. This particular post features an alleged letter from the wholesale retailer notifying shoppers of the recall.
“Due to recent global events our bath tissue has been contaminated with Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19),” reads part of the supposed notice. “The bath tissue has been contaminated due to the item being manufactured in China.”
The notice contains several spelling and grammatical errors and offers no means of contacting the manufacturer, making it immediately suspect.
Costco publicly lists current and past recall notices on its website. A search of that list turned up no recalls of Kirkland Signature brand bath tissue in the previous 120 days. Nor do any notices appear in the Consumer Product Safety Commission database.
The wholesale retailer has not issued any coronavirus-related recalls to date. (RELATED: Viral Post Claims Mexico Doesn’t Have Any Coronavirus Cases)
COVID-19 primarily spreads from person-to-person through respiratory droplets but can also be spread through contact with infected surfaces, according to the World Health Organization. A recent study by U.S. government researchers found that the virus can survive up to 24 hours on cardboard and up to several days on plastic.
However, there is “no evidence to support transmission of COVID-19 associated with imported goods,” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Rep. Gwen Moore To Become Latest Democrat To Self-Quarantine

Democratic Wisconsin Rep. Gwen Moore announced Monday that she will self-quarantine as the deadly coronavirus continues to spread throughout the U.S. “ Last night , I was informed that someone I came into contact with on March 8th tested positive for COVID-19 .
I didn ’ t physically contact this individual and I consulted with the Office of the Attending Physician , who informed me that my risk for contracting COVID-19 is low , ” Moore said in a statement .
“ While I have not shown any symptoms , I will follow guidance from public health officials and practice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from potential exposure , ” Moore continued.
” I understand that everyone can not afford to self-quarantine for fear of losing their jobs and falling behind on bills .
And not every job can be done remotely.
” The announcement came not long after New Mexico Democratic Ben Ray Luján said that he will self-quarantine .
Luján said although he does not feel symptoms that he believes it is safest to self-quarantine and work from home .
A large number of members of Congress have begin to self-quarantine as the death tolls climb @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : Another House Democrat To Self-Quarantine ) A staffer who works in Republican Arizona Rep. David Schweikert ’ s Washington D.C. office tested positive for coronavirus , the congressman announced Sunday , as the House passed a bill Saturday morning that is set to provide coronavirus testing at no cost to patients and extend paid sick leave to workers in need .
The Senate is currently working on passing legislation , which , if passed , would then be sent to Trump for a finalizing signature .
Virginia Democratic Rep. Don Beyer announced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ friend who has since tested positive for coronavirus , adding him to a list of members of Congress who have self-quarantined .
( RELATED : Don Beyer Becomes Second Democrat To Self-Quarantine After Having Dinner With A Friend Infected With Coronavirus ) A number of members of Congress have received tests for coronavirus , as the deadly disease continues to spread across the U.S. President Donald Trump received a test for the virus , which came back negative .
Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday also announced that he tested negative @ @ @

Democratic Wisconsin Rep. Gwen Moore announced Monday that she will self-quarantine as the deadly coronavirus continues to spread throughout the U.S.
“Last night, I was informed that someone I came into contact with on March 8th tested positive for COVID-19. I didn’t physically contact this individual and I consulted with the Office of the Attending Physician, who informed me that my risk for contracting COVID-19 is low,” Moore said in a statement.
“While I have not shown any symptoms, I will follow guidance from public health officials and practice social distancing and self-quarantine to protect others from potential exposure,” Moore continued.”I understand that everyone cannot afford to self-quarantine for fear of losing their jobs and falling behind on bills. And not every job can be done remotely.”
The announcement came not long after New Mexico Democratic Ben Ray Luján said that he will self-quarantine. Luján said although he does not feel symptoms that he believes it is safest to self-quarantine and work from home. A large number of members of Congress have begin to self-quarantine as the death tolls climb and the virus spreads. (RELATED: Another House Democrat To Self-Quarantine)
A staffer who works in Republican Arizona Rep. David Schweikert’s Washington D.C. office tested positive for coronavirus, the congressman announced Sunday, as the House passed a bill Saturday morning that is set to provide coronavirus testing at no cost to patients and extend paid sick leave to workers in need. The Senate is currently working on passing legislation, which, if passed, would then be sent to Trump for a finalizing signature.
Virginia Democratic Rep. Don Beyer announced Tuesday that he had dinner with a friend who has since tested positive for coronavirus, adding him to a list of members of Congress who have self-quarantined. (RELATED: Don Beyer Becomes Second Democrat To Self-Quarantine After Having Dinner With A Friend Infected With Coronavirus)
A number of members of Congress have received tests for coronavirus, as the deadly disease continues to spread across the U.S.
President Donald Trump received a test for the virus, which came back negative. Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday also announced that he tested negative for coronavirus.


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Coronavirus Puts Historic Friday Lunches On Hiatus After Washington D.C. Bans Going To Bars

Our traditional and historic Friday lunches are on hold until further notice .
For those of you who don ’ t know , a small group of my coworkers and I go to a place called Stoney ’ s in Washington D.C. on Fridays for lunch .
( RELATED : David Hookstead Is The True King In The North When It Comes To College Football ) You see , I don ’ t take lunch breaks during the week .
I eat , but I don ’ t stop working .
I find lunch breaks Monday through Thursday to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Battle of the Bulge just to eat lunch .
We kept pushing through .
This is the spirit and attitude I carry with my every day .
On Fridays , much like when a battle is won , we eat a little food and have a beer or two .
This tradition has been around for years .
Well , it ’ s now on hiatus until further notice because Washington D.C. has banned going to bars because of coronavirus .
We can do takeout ( what ’ s the point of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t actually go drink some beers .
This feels like when the Olympics were paused for WWII .
This feels like when the Americans lost to the Soviet Union a few days before beating them in 1980 .
We ’ re talking about a day that will live in infamy .
We ’ re talking about one of the darkest moments in the history of this company , lunch in America and the morale of this country as a whole .
I ’ d rather risk death than be told I can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just like every other Friday .
The coronavirus has now stolen two of the most important things in my life .
First , it came for March Madness and all of our sports .
Now , it ’ s come for our time-honored traditions .
I think it ’ s safe to say the coronavirus has crossed the damn line .
I ’ ll be damned if this virus takes away our cold beers and the last ounces of happiness we ’ ve got left .
I ’ ll host the damn lunch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it .
What I won ’ t do is surrender .
If they can hold the line in Bastogne , then we can hold the line against a virus .
Put the beers on ice because we ’ re coming !

Our traditional and historic Friday lunches are on hold until further notice.
For those of you who don’t know, a small group of my coworkers and I go to a place called Stoney’s in Washington D.C. on Fridays for lunch. (RELATED: David Hookstead Is The True King In The North When It Comes To College Football)
You see, I don’t take lunch breaks during the week. I eat, but I don’t stop working. I find lunch breaks Monday through Thursday to be anti-American.
We didn’t pause the Battle of the Bulge just to eat lunch. We kept pushing through. This is the spirit and attitude I carry with my every day.
On Fridays, much like when a battle is won, we eat a little food and have a beer or two. This tradition has been around for years.
Well, it’s now on hiatus until further notice because Washington D.C. has banned going to bars because of coronavirus. We can do takeout (what’s the point of that?), but we can’t actually go drink some beers.
We’ve had a traditional Friday lunch at the @DailyCaller every Friday for a couple years at @StoneysOnL. I guess that’ll be on hiatus until further notice. First, coronavirus came for all our sports, and now it’s come for our lunch. It’s time to kick this thing’s ass. — David Hookstead (@dhookstead) March 16, 2020
Starting at 10 p.m. tonight, all bars and restaurants in D.C. become grab-and-go only. No dine-in at all. — Martin Austermuhle (@maustermuhle) March 16, 2020
Mayor Bowser said that as of 10 pm tonight, all bars and restaurants are limited to grab and go, or deliver. No on scene consumption. pic.twitter.com/quKzhv8DfB — Sam Ford (@ABC7Sam) March 16, 2020
This feels like when the Olympics were paused for WWII. This feels like when the Americans lost to the Soviet Union a few days before beating them in 1980.
We’re talking about a day that will live in infamy. We’re talking about one of the darkest moments in the history of this company, lunch in America and the morale of this country as a whole.
I’d rather risk death than be told I can’t get lunch with the crew just like every other Friday.
The coronavirus has now stolen two of the most important things in my life. First, it came for March Madness and all of our sports.
Now, it’s come for our time-honored traditions. I think it’s safe to say the coronavirus has crossed the damn line.
I’ll be damned if this virus takes away our cold beers and the last ounces of happiness we’ve got left. I’ll host the damn lunch at Fortress Hookstead if it comes to it.
What I won’t do is surrender. If they can hold the line in Bastogne, then we can hold the line against a virus. Put the beers on ice because we’re coming!


thedailycaller--2020-03-16--ACLU Lawsuit Demands ICE Release Illegal Aliens ‘At Risk’ Of Coronavirus Complications

The American Civil Liberties Union ( ACLU ) is suing Immigration and Customs Enforcement ( ICE ) , demanding the agency release all detainees deemed to be “ at risk ” of health complications , should they contract the COVID-19 virus .
The ACLU , working alongside the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project , sued ICE on Monday , the progressive group announced in a press release .
The lawsuit — which was filed on behalf of aliens being detained at the Tacoma Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma , Washington — is asking that senior individuals and those with underlying health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Immigrant detention centers are institutions that uniquely heighten the danger of disease transmission , ” said Eunice Cho , a senior staff attorney with the ACLU ’ s National Prison Project .
“ Public health experts have warned that failing to reduce the number of people detained — and in particular , failing to release those particularly vulnerable to the disease — endangers the lives of everyone in the detention facility , including staff , and the broader community , ” Cho added .
The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The Seattle area , in particular , has been hit harder than most others in the United States from the coronavirus pandemic , with 40 dead in Washington state alone .
While tens of thousands of people around the world have recovered from COVID-19 , others have also fallen gravely ill and died .
Older individuals and those with pre-existing conditions are most at-risk of dying from the virus .
The determination as to who is at risk of coronavirus complications under the ACLU lawsuit is based on the age of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ ICE has the responsibility to protect the safety of all who are in immigration detention , ” said Matt Adams , the legal director for the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project.
” As a first step , it should immediately release our clients who have already been identified by the federal government as being most at risk because of this epidemic.
” To be sure , no one under ICE custody has yet to test positive for the coronavirus .
The agency has said it ’ s monitoring detainees closely and working with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disease ’ s outbreak in one of their facilities .
The ACLU — a progressive organization that has sued to block an endless number of immigration-related initiatives under the Trump administration — has been pushing ICE to release certain detainees for days .
The group sent a letter to ICE earlier in March , asking that it release on parole any detainee who is older than 60 , pregnant or has a pre-existing medical condition .
( RELATED : Immigration Hearings Across US Postponed Amid Coronavirus Panic ) Other immigrant activists have gone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ illegal alien detainees who do not carry a criminal conviction be related from custody .
ICE , for its part , has not indicated that it will begin releasing detainees as a response to the coronavirus threat .
The agency did recently update its guidance policies regarding the coronavirus , and noted that detainees “ who meet CDC criteria for epidemiologic risk of exposure to COVID-19 are housed separately from the general population.
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The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is suing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), demanding the agency release all detainees deemed to be “at risk” of health complications, should they contract the COVID-19 virus.
The ACLU, working alongside the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project, sued ICE on Monday, the progressive group announced in a press release. The lawsuit — which was filed on behalf of aliens being detained at the Tacoma Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma, Washington — is asking that senior individuals and those with underlying health conditions be released from ICE custody.
“Immigrant detention centers are institutions that uniquely heighten the danger of disease transmission,” said Eunice Cho, a senior staff attorney with the ACLU’s National Prison Project.
“Public health experts have warned that failing to reduce the number of people detained — and in particular, failing to release those particularly vulnerable to the disease — endangers the lives of everyone in the detention facility, including staff, and the broader community,” Cho added.
The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington. The Seattle area, in particular, has been hit harder than most others in the United States from the coronavirus pandemic, with 40 dead in Washington state alone.
While tens of thousands of people around the world have recovered from COVID-19, others have also fallen gravely ill and died. Older individuals and those with pre-existing conditions are most at-risk of dying from the virus.
The determination as to who is at risk of coronavirus complications under the ACLU lawsuit is based on the age of the detainees and their underlying medical conditions.
“ICE has the responsibility to protect the safety of all who are in immigration detention,” said Matt Adams, the legal director for the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project.”As a first step, it should immediately release our clients who have already been identified by the federal government as being most at risk because of this epidemic.”
To be sure, no one under ICE custody has yet to test positive for the coronavirus. The agency has said it’s monitoring detainees closely and working with medical experts in the event of the disease’s outbreak in one of their facilities.
The ACLU — a progressive organization that has sued to block an endless number of immigration-related initiatives under the Trump administration — has been pushing ICE to release certain detainees for days. The group sent a letter to ICE earlier in March, asking that it release on parole any detainee who is older than 60, pregnant or has a pre-existing medical condition. (RELATED: Immigration Hearings Across US Postponed Amid Coronavirus Panic)
Other immigrant activists have gone so far as to demand that all illegal alien detainees who do not carry a criminal conviction be related from custody.
ICE, for its part, has not indicated that it will begin releasing detainees as a response to the coronavirus threat. The agency did recently update its guidance policies regarding the coronavirus, and noted that detainees “who meet CDC criteria for epidemiologic risk of exposure to COVID-19 are housed separately from the general population.”
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thedailycaller--2020-03-16--Another House Democrat To Self-Quarantine

New Mexico Democratic Ben Ray Luján announced Monday that he will self-quarantine as the deadly coronavirus continues to spread throughout the U.S. Luján said although he does not feel symptoms that he believes it is safest to self-quarantine and work from home after interacting with someone who has since tested positive for coronavirus .
A large number of members of Congress have begun to self-quarantine as the death tolls climb and the virus spreads .
His offices will also temporarily close .
“ Congressman Ben Ray Luján ( D-N.M. ) , the U.S. House Assistant Speaker , announced plans to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ individual who was at the time asymptomatic but later tested positive for COVID-19 .
Congressman Luján is exhibiting no symptoms , and health professionals have advised that the congressman is at a low probability for infection , ” Luján ’ s office said in a statement .
“ He first learned of the individual ’ s diagnosis Sunday afternoon .
Still , out of an abundance of caution for the health and safety of the public , the congressman has chosen to self-quarantine .
Staff in the New Mexico and Washington , D.C. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” the statement continued .
A staffer who works in Republican Arizona Rep. David Schweikert ’ s Washington D.C. office tested positive for coronavirus , the congressman announced Sunday , as the House passed a bill Saturday morning that is set to provide coronavirus testing at no cost to patients and extend paid sick leave to workers in need .
The Senate is currently working on passing legislation , which , if passed , would then be sent to Trump for a finalizing signature .
Virginia Democratic Rep. Don Beyer announced Tuesday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who has since tested positive for coronavirus , adding him to a list of members of Congress who have self-quarantined .
( RELATED : Don Beyer Becomes Second Democrat To Self-Quarantine After Having Dinner With A Friend Infected With Coronavirus ) A number of members of Congress have received tests for coronavirus , as the deadly disease continues to spread across the U.S. President Donald Trump received a test for the virus , which came back negative .
Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday also announced that he tested negative for @ @

New Mexico Democratic Ben Ray Luján announced Monday that he will self-quarantine as the deadly coronavirus continues to spread throughout the U.S.
Luján said although he does not feel symptoms that he believes it is safest to self-quarantine and work from home after interacting with someone who has since tested positive for coronavirus. A large number of members of Congress have begun to self-quarantine as the death tolls climb and the virus spreads. His offices will also temporarily close.
“Congressman Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), the U.S. House Assistant Speaker, announced plans to self-quarantine after a brief interaction with an individual who was at the time asymptomatic but later tested positive for COVID-19. Congressman Luján is exhibiting no symptoms, and health professionals have advised that the congressman is at a low probability for infection,” Luján’s office said in a statement.
“He first learned of the individual’s diagnosis Sunday afternoon. Still, out of an abundance of caution for the health and safety of the public, the congressman has chosen to self-quarantine. Staff in the New Mexico and Washington, D.C. offices will begin previously-scheduled telework on Monday,” the statement continued.
A staffer who works in Republican Arizona Rep. David Schweikert’s Washington D.C. office tested positive for coronavirus, the congressman announced Sunday, as the House passed a bill Saturday morning that is set to provide coronavirus testing at no cost to patients and extend paid sick leave to workers in need. The Senate is currently working on passing legislation, which, if passed, would then be sent to Trump for a finalizing signature.
Virginia Democratic Rep. Don Beyer announced Tuesday that he had dinner with a friend who has since tested positive for coronavirus, adding him to a list of members of Congress who have self-quarantined. (RELATED: Don Beyer Becomes Second Democrat To Self-Quarantine After Having Dinner With A Friend Infected With Coronavirus)
A number of members of Congress have received tests for coronavirus, as the deadly disease continues to spread across the U.S.
President Donald Trump received a test for the virus, which came back negative. Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham on Sunday also announced that he tested negative for coronavirus.