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Associated Press:
Official: Next 48 hours critical for Trump on virus fight — BETHESDA, Md. (AP) — President Donald Trump went through a “very concerning” period Friday and the next 48 hours will be critical in terms of his care as he battles the coronavirus at a military hospital, White House chief of staff Mark Meadows said Saturday.
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New York Magazine:
The White House Is Spreading Virus and Lies — The White House is at war with the virus, with itself, and with reality — though not necessarily in that order. — With President Trump hospitalized for COVID-19 at Walter Reed medical center, officials spent Saturday sowing doubt …
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Isaac Chotiner / New Yorker:
Maggie Haberman on the Fallout from Trump's Hospitalization — On Saturday, the day after President Trump was admitted to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center with symptoms of covid-19, the country remained in a state of confusion about his medical status.
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Jonathan Swan / Axios:
Covering a cover-up in real time — What is the actual state of President Trump's health — now and over the past 24 hours? — Why it matters: It's one of the most high-stakes questions in the world, and I cannot answer it, despite having spent since 5 a.m. on Friday on my phone with sources inside and close to the White House.
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New York Times:
A White House Long in Denial Confronts Reality — The infections were a byproduct, former aides said, of the recklessness and top-down culture of fear that President Trump created at the White House and throughout his administration. — WASHINGTON — As America locked down this spring during …
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CNN:
Advisers made last-minute push to get reluctant Trump to Walter Reed — Source tells reporters Trump's vitals are ‘very concerning’ — (CNN)Marine One was idling on the South Lawn Friday as President Donald Trump's advisers were inside the White House making a last-minute push to get him to board the helicopter.
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New York Times:
Covid-19 Live Updates: Trump Is Hospitalized as More Aides Test Positive — The president is at the Walter Reed military hospital for what is expected to be a stay of a few days. His campaign manager is among the latest senior aides also found to be infected.
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Reuters:
White House chief of staff says Trump is doing very well — (Reuters) - White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows said on Saturday that President Donald Trump is doing “very well” and that doctors are pleased with his vital signs. — “The president is doing very well.
Axios:
The GOP's great depression — It's the storyline of a Republican nightmare: A mask-disdaining President Trump gets the coronavirus on the eve of the election, against a political backdrop that looks dire for Republicans. — Driving the news: Some top GOP operatives, privy to data from swing states …
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Gabriel Sherman / Vanity Fair:
“This Is Spiraling Out of Control”: Allies Panic About Trump's Hospital Stay as White House Deflects
“This Is Spiraling Out of Control”: Allies Panic About Trump's Hospital Stay as White House Deflects
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Washington Post:
White House gives confusing and incomplete answers about Trump's health as president says he is ‘feeling well’
White House gives confusing and incomplete answers about Trump's health as president says he is ‘feeling well’
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New York Times:
Trump's Symptoms Described as ‘Very Concerning’ Even as Doctors Offer Rosier Picture
Trump's Symptoms Described as ‘Very Concerning’ Even as Doctors Offer Rosier Picture
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Los Angeles Times:
New questions emerge about timing and severity of President Trump's coronavirus infection
New questions emerge about timing and severity of President Trump's coronavirus infection
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McKay Coppins / The Atlantic:
Pence in the Wings — Above the fireplace in the vice-presidential residence hangs a plaque …
Pence in the Wings — Above the fireplace in the vice-presidential residence hangs a plaque …
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Briana Reilly / madison.com:
After testing positive for COVID-19, Ron Johnson says he's still against mask mandates — After testing positive for COVID-19, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson said his view on mask mandates hasn't changed, as Wisconsin Republican leaders have voiced their support for striking down the state's order requiring face coverings be worn.
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Justin Rohrlich / The Daily Beast:
GOP Sen. Ron Johnson Went to Oktoberfest Party While Awaiting COVID-19 Test Results — He insists he stayed 12 feet away from guests and only took his mask off when it was time to address the crowd. … U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson attended an Oktoberfest fundraising dinner on Friday evening …
Jake Sherman / Politico:
The virus slams into a broken Washington — Let's not mince words: Washington has been plunged into a crisis of historic proportions, frozen by a disease it is both unwilling and unable to control. — Washington crises typically conform to a predictable rhythm: They simmer, boil and come to their expected conclusion.
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Claudia Grisales / NPR:
McConnell Seeks Agreement To Delay Senate's Return Amid Positive Coronavirus Tests
McConnell Seeks Agreement To Delay Senate's Return Amid Positive Coronavirus Tests
Brianne Pfannenstiel / Des Moines Register:
Sen. Chuck Grassley won't seek coronavirus test after attending meeting with infected senator
Sen. Chuck Grassley won't seek coronavirus test after attending meeting with infected senator
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Bill Glauber / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
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Jonathan H. Adler / Reason:
Will the Senate Have a Quorum to Confirm Judge Barrett? (Updated)
Will the Senate Have a Quorum to Confirm Judge Barrett? (Updated)
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CNN:
Senate GOP's third positive Covid-19 case threatens quick Barrett confirmation
Senate GOP's third positive Covid-19 case threatens quick Barrett confirmation
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Jennifer Rubin / Washington Post:
Looking for a single responsible Republican in the Senate
Looking for a single responsible Republican in the Senate
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CNN:
Attorney General Barr chooses not to quarantine despite possible exposure to Covid-19 — (CNN)Attorney General William Barr is choosing not to quarantine after recently coming in close contact with members of President Donald Trump's inner circle who have tested positive for Covid-19 …
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Oliver Darcy / CNN:
ABC News says staff that came into contact with Christie will ‘self isolate for 14 days’
ABC News says staff that came into contact with Christie will ‘self isolate for 14 days’
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CNN:
Chris Christie checks into hospital as a precaution after positive Covid-19 test
Chris Christie checks into hospital as a precaution after positive Covid-19 test
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Chris McGreal / The Guardian:
'It's a hoax. There's no pandemic': Trump's base stays loyal as president fights Covid
'It's a hoax. There's no pandemic': Trump's base stays loyal as president fights Covid
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Emma Newburger / CNBC:
Chris Christie tests positive for coronavirus, checks into hospital as precautionary measure
Chris Christie tests positive for coronavirus, checks into hospital as precautionary measure
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ABC News:
Trump COVID-19 live updates: President was on oxygen on Friday, sources say
Trump COVID-19 live updates: President was on oxygen on Friday, sources say
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Apoorva Mandavilli / New York Times:
The White House relied on a rapid test, but used it in a way it was not intended.
The White House relied on a rapid test, but used it in a way it was not intended.
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Tony Plohetski / Austin American-Statesman:
Texas Attorney Ken Paxton took bribes, abused office, executives in his office say — Top aides of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton have asked federal law enforcement authorities to investigate allegations of improper influence, abuse of office, bribery and other potential crimes against the state's top lawyer.
Miranda Devine / New York Post:
'I'm going to beat this,' Trump tells Rudy Giuliani of COVID-19 during phone call — President Donald Trump phoned Rudy Giuliani from his hospital bed Saturday afternoon to declare he feels so healthy, “I could get out of here right now.” — The former Big Apple mayor said his friend …
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Nate Cohn / New York Times:
Poll Finds Voters in Two Crucial States Repelled by Trump's Debate Behavior — NEW YORK TIMES/ — SIENA COLLEGE POLL — Joe Biden leads Donald Trump in Florida and Pennsylvania. Both states are crucial to Mr. Trump's re-election chances. — 2016 Election Result NYT/Siena — Pennsylvania
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John Hinderaker / Power Line:
Sex Scandal Roils North Carolina Senate Race — North Carolina has played a key role in Democrats' hopes to take control of the Senate this year. Republican Thom Tillis is considered an uninspiring figure, while the Democrats seemed to have found a strong challenger in veteran Cal Cunningham.
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Washington Post:
Biden campaign says it will now disclose the result of every coronavirus test — Joe Biden's campaign said Saturday it will now disclose the results of every coronavirus test the candidate takes, following increased pressure for more transparency after President Trump recently tested positive …
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Marc Caputo / Politico:
Biden looks to seal election after Trump's week from hell
Biden looks to seal election after Trump's week from hell
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