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Trump departs from the White House en route to Walter Reed Oct 03, 2020

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Recently diagnosed as positive with the novel coronavirus, President Trump departs the White House en route to Walter Reed Medical Center for closer monitoring and care.

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Trump Escalates False Claims About Ballot Fraud as Early Voting Surges Oct 02, 2020

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White House won’t unequivocally declare that Trump condemns white supremacists. Trump suggests he might not “allow” a change in debate rules as commission vows announcement within 48 hours. U.S. deaths top 207,000 as cases surpass 7.2 million. The CDC projects up to another 25,000 deaths by October 24. GOP lawmakers break with Trump over white supremacist remarks. Trump launches xenophobic attacks after failing again to condemn white supremacy. Source: Trump thinks he did well in debate, but it may eventually sink in that he didn’t. Source: debates commission to announce changes in 24-48 hours, nothing has been ruled out. Trump and Biden campaigns react to possible changes in rules for the remaining debates. Martin Luther King III on Trump’s refusal to condemn white supremacy. Whit House attacks media to deflect on Trump’s call for far-right group to “stand by”. White House stands by Trump’s baseless claims about ballot fraud. Chris Wallace on chaotic debate: Trump bears “primary responsibility” for what happened. Virus surge prompts Trump to move Wisconsin rally. More than half of states see rise in new cases. FDA chief pledges to stand by vaccine guidelines despite political pressure. Moderna: vaccine won’t be widely available until Spring 2021. Companies & cities brace for unrest around Election Day. Officials fear violence at polling places. GOP Texas Governor orders sharp reduction in drop-off locations for mail in ballots. Trump’s call for supporters to “watch” polling places raises fears of intimidation & violence.

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Trump Again Refuses to Explicitly Condemn White Supremacists Oct 01, 2020

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The Presidential Debate commission promises format changes after chaotic Trump-Biden clash. One-on-one interview with Bob Woodward. Far-right group touts Trump’s urging to “stand by” as he refused to condemn white supremacists in last nights debate. GOP lawmakers criticize Trump’s debate comments on white supremacist groups. Biden tells far-right extremist group to “cease and desist” after Trump tells them to “stand back and stand by”. Biden team declines to answer questions on “packing” Supreme Court. Trump claims he’s getting “tremendous” reviews for chaotic, widely panned debate performance. Biden: Trump’s debate performance, “A national embarrassment”. Bob Woodward weighs in on yesterdays presidential debate. Woodward says we have a “constitutional problem”. Trump denies knowing who the Proud Boys are. Source: Trump adviser, furious with Trump’s response on white supremacy, says “F*** the Proud Boys…It’s not that hard”. U.S. surpasses 206,000 Coronavirus deaths, tops 7.2 million cases; Wisconsin reports it’s highest Covid-19 hospitalizations on record. White House Task Force warns Wisconsin to practice “maximal” social distancing as Trump plans two rallies there. NYC Mayor outlines “rigorous” inspections in neighborhoods with Covid-19 clusters as city reopens for indoor dining today. NYC restaurants open for indoor dining today at 25% capacity. Notre Dame football team outbreak “spread like wildfire” after players shared pre-game meal. NFL threatens teams with suspensions, draft pick forfeits for violating coronavirus protocols. Trump claims he supports masks during debate even as he mocks Biden for wearing one. Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot joins the show to discuss President Trumps refusal to denounce white supremacy. Harris: Trump “dog whistling through a bullhorn” on race. Trump points to gun violence in Chicago as he touts his “Law & Order” message during debate.

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Trump, Biden arrive in Cleveland for historic first debate Sep 30, 2020

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President Trump arrives in Cleveland for what's expected to be a historic first presidential debate. Biden arrives in Cleveland to face Trump after releasing 2019 tax returns.

White House insists Trump can pay his debts, dismisses report he owes hundreds of millions of dollars. Former Pence adviser: White House pressured CDC officials to downplay the threat of the virus to children. U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 205,000 with 7 million+ new cases as infections trend higher in almost half of U.S. states. Early data shows promising results from antibody cocktail treatment for coronavirus. NYC reopens school campuses amid new case clusters in Brooklyn, Queens.

Kentucky attorney general says he will comply with judge's order to release Breonna Taylor grand jury recording. Grand Juror accuses Kentucky attorney general of misleading public

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Trump Announces Plan To Deploy 150 Million Coronavirus Test Across The Country Sep 29, 2020

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Trump announces plan to deploy 150 million rapid coronavirus test as Fauci say he's concerned about misleading information giving to the president. Trump ducks questions about his previous income tax avoidance, chronic financial loses and debt.New York City school to reopen tomorrow as number are rising at an alarming rate.

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Trump intends to choose Amy Coney Barrett for Supreme Court Sep 26, 2020

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Democrats to insist Trump's court nominee sit out any legal challenges to election results. Trump mocks backlash over his refusal to commit to a peaceful transfer of power as Biden declares "he'll leave". Also today, the White House escalates attacks on FBI Director after he contradicts Trump's claims about voter fraud. Barr briefed Trump on investigation into a handful of discarded mail-in ballots in Pennsylvania. PA officials: Issue with discarded ballots caused by contractor who "incorrectly" threw them out.

In COVID-19 related news, with cases rising in 23 states and the U.S. surpassing 203,000 deaths, Florida lifts restrictions on restaurants and bars. Dr. Fauci warns that the U.S. is "still in the first wave," says we should prepare for Fall and Winter.

Later, Wolf goes one-on-one with an ex-White House aide who blasted Trump's pandemic response.

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Trump Stands by Refusal to Commit to Peaceful Transfer of Power Sep 25, 2020

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Trump Speaks about healthcare after promising to unveil new plan. Trump touts his health care “vision” but plan lacks major details. Trump again tries to cast doubt on integrity of vote. FDA Chief & Dr. Fauci push back on Trump’s claim he can override vaccine standards, stressing science “not politics”. Wolf goes one-on-one with Trump’s former National Security Adviser, H.R. McMaster. McMaster: Trump’s refusal to commit to a peaceful transfer of power is “very disappointing”. FBI Director: No “coordinated national voter fraud effort”. McMaster also talks about the greatest threat to American election security, and the report that ex-DNI coats felt Russia had something on Trump. U.S. passes 202,000 coronavirus deaths, nears 7 million cases as CDC now forecasts up to 24,000 more deaths in next 3 weeks. Rate of new cases up in 21 states, mostly in the West & Plains. Fauci doubles down on young people driving up the spread of infection. Health officials fear post-labor day spike in new cases could slow Los Angeles reopening.

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Police and Protesters Clash After Ruling in Breonna Taylor Case Sep 24, 2020

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The U.S. surpasses 201,000 Coronavirus deaths; nears 7 million cases. Protests after no officers directly charged in Breonna Taylor’s death. CDC Chief warns 90% of U.S. population still susceptible to virus; Kentucky Attorney General states that 2 officers were justified in Breonna Taylor shooting because they were returning fire from Taylor’s boyfriend. No officers charged directly with Breonna Taylor’s death. No one indicted on 3 counts of first-degree wanton endangerment. Kentucky's Attorney General also stated that a nearby witness said officers did knock and announce their presence at Breonna Taylor’s home. One on one with attorney for Breonna Taylor’s boyfriend. Kentucky Governor calls on his Attorney General to release info on his office’s probe of Breonna Taylor’s death. CDC director: removed document about how Covid-19 spreads was “Not technically reviewed”. FDA Chief: Won’t approve vaccine we wouldn’t give to our families. Middle America at risk as new cases rise in 22 states. CDC Chief deflects questions about Trump’s pushback over his testimony on the importance of masks. Fourth Phase 3 Coronavirus vaccine trial launches in the U.S.. CDC Chief “Disappointed” by “offensive” attack by Trump ally claiming a “Deep State” in his agency. Fauci rejects Sen. Rand Paul’s herd immunity claim in fiery exchange. Sources: Dr. Birx “distressed” by diminished role on White House task force, describes U.S. virus response as nightmarish. Poll: Trump gaining on Biden in Arizona, possibly ahead in Florida. Trump says he thinks election results could wind up in front of Supreme Court. 9pm curfew issued in Louisville following protests over grand jury decision in Breonna Taylor case. Israel sets daily record of nearly 6,900 new cases. Israel to tighten restrictions on top of new lockdown. Restrictions return as cases surge in Britain. Highest daily increase in cases since May in Britain. British Prime Minister rejects calls to extend economic relief program. Fauci warns “we are entering into a risk period” amid concern of a second wave this Winter.

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Trump continues to downplay virus as the U.S. death toll surpasses 200,000 Sep 23, 2020

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On the first day of Fall, the United States marks a grim milestone of 200,000 coronavirus deaths. As President Trump continues to downplay the virus, 24 states report rising infection rates over the last 7 days.

In Supreme Court news, a source confirms that Judge Amy Coney Barrett is Trump's preferred pick to replace Justice Ginsburg.

The FBI warns against foreign disinformation regarding election results as November 3rd draws closer.

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United States On Brink Of 200,000 Coronavirus Deaths, Rate Rises Sep 22, 2020

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The United States on brink of 200,000 coronavirus deaths as the rate of new cases rises in 28 states. The CDC abruptly reverses new guidance on airborne coronavirus transmission and claims that the update that was posted just days ago was "in error." The United States could top seven million coronavirus cases by the end of the week. A key model lowers the forecast for covid deaths by January 1 to just under 380,000. Trump gives himself an A+ for the handling of coronavirus as deaths near 200,000.

Bill Gates says that the "best case" scenario is that the pandemic will end in 2022.

Trump says that he'd "much rather" senate vote on a Supreme Court Justice nominee before election. McConnell says that Trump's nominee "will receive a vote" from senate.

Wolf one-on-one with Bob Woodward. Woodward talks about Trump's focus on vaccine and dismissal of masks. Woodward talks about the CDC's reversal of coronavirus guidance. Woodward talks about his biggest fear for fall and winter. Woodward talks about the supreme court vacancy fight. Woodward talks about his conclusion that Trump is the "wrong man" for the job. Woodward talks about the former Trump administration officials' concerns over the president's handling of security threats.

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