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Georgia Governor Offers State As GOP Convention Host Amid Virus

Georgia’s governor is offering his state and its β€œworld-class facilities” as the host of the Republican National Convention β€” a day after President Donald Trump threatened to pull the convention out of North Carolina if that state’s Democratic governor didn’t assure Trump that the August gathering can go forward despite coronavirus fears.

Gov. Cooper: Phase 2 Will Only Start If Data And Indicators Remain Stable

β€œOur COVID-19 decisions are guided by the data and the science,” said Cooper. β€œWe will use the time in this phase to keep a careful eye on the data and the indicators before we are ready to announce the start of Phase 2. North Carolinians should continue to stay home if they can and take precautions to keep themselves safe.” 

Pelosi Unveils $3T Virus Bill, Warns Inaction Costs More

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi unveiled a more than $3 trillion coronavirus aid package Tuesday, providing nearly $1 trillion for states and cities, β€œhazard pay” for essential workers and a new round of cash payments to individuals.

Via Video Hearing, SC Court Mulls Absentee Voting Expansion

At its first-ever oral argument via teleconference, the South Carolina Supreme Court heard concerns over potential difficulties of voting in this year’s elections due to the coronavirus outbreak, as social distancing recommendations remain in place.

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