At a recent campaign rally in South Carolina, just ahead of the Democratic primary, Donald Trump voiced his controversial opinion about the coronavirus outbreak. He suggested that the widespread concern over the virus is nothing more than a liberal conspiracy, akin to the impeachment proceedings against him, dubbing it “their new hoax.”
Trump criticized the media for allegedly fueling fear regarding the virus, which has rapidly spread to numerous countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, Iran, Italy, and the United States. Reports indicate that nearly 90,000 individuals have been infected globally, leading to over 3,000 deaths. As of the latest updates, additional cases of the virus from unknown sources have surfaced in Washington state, Oregon, and California, raising the total number of community spread cases in the U.S. to four, according to NBC News.
“Democrats are politicizing the coronavirus. They’re politicizing it,” Trump declared during the rally. He further remarked, “They don’t have a clue. They can’t even tally their votes in Iowa.” He continued to draw parallels between the impeachment and the current health crisis, asserting, “One of my staff members told me, ‘Mr. President, they tried to defeat you with Russia, Russia, Russia. That didn’t work out too well. They attempted the impeachment hoax. And this is their new hoax.’”
In light of the escalating situation, Americans are in urgent need of factual information from medical professionals rather than political rhetoric. While schools send out contingency plans and news outlets report on new cases, the comparison of coronavirus to the flu—when no vaccine exists—is misleading at best. Dismissing a virus that has already claimed thousands of lives as a “hoax” is not only inappropriate but dangerous.
Additionally, Trump attributed the virus’s spread to the country’s “open border” policy, claiming it poses a health risk to all Americans. “Whether it’s the virus or other public health threats, the Democrat policy of open borders is a direct danger to the health and well-being of Americans,” he stated. “When this virus, or any other issue, enters through the border, it’s not the only thing coming in.”
Before departing for the rally, Trump spoke with reporters and provided a convoluted update regarding those infected, seemingly referencing American citizens onboard a Japanese cruise ship. He reassured the public that the government is “ordering a lot of different elements of medical,” but as he navigates his statements, the CDC emphasizes the importance of preventative measures like handwashing, cleaning high-touch surfaces, and practicing proper cough etiquette.
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In summary, Trump’s remarks at the South Carolina rally reveal his attempt to downplay the seriousness of the coronavirus outbreak while framing it as a political weapon used by Democrats. The public deserves clear and factual information from health experts rather than political narratives.