#Break: FOX Business has parted ways with Trish Regan - “We thank her for her contributions to the network over the years and wish her continued success in her future endeavors,” network says.

Regan had said coronavirus was a part of an effort to impeach Trump.

—@DylanByers

3/27/2020

coronavirus

Coronavirus Fears Spark Prison Strikes, Protests, and Riots Around the World

By Zak Cheney-Rice

From Colombia to France to the U.S., prisoners are struggling to protect themselves where their jailers won’t.

3/27/2020

oops

The Dos and Don’ts of Video Calls

By Brian Feldman

With more people than ever working from home, we’re pioneering thousands of new ways to embarrass ourselves.

3/27/2020

just asking questions

Is ‘Viral Load’ Why Some People Get a Mild Case of COVID-19?

By James D. Walsh

A medical biologist on why the coronavirus might leave some hospitalized and others unaffected.

3/27/2020

Updated U.S. numbers

Coronavirus cases in US now surpass 90,000, with 1,428 deaths. (As of 1:50 p.m. ET, March 27) - NBC

—@New_Narrative

3/27/2020

coronavirus

Trump: Expel Congressman From GOP for Threatening to Hold Up Stimulus Vote

By Adam K. Raymond

Kentucky congressman Thomas Massie drew Trump’s ire for trying to force a roll-call vote on the coronavirus stimulus package.

3/27/2020

coronavirus

House Passes $2.2 Trillion Coronavirus Stimulus Bill

By Adam K. Raymond

President Trump is expected to sign the bill Friday afternoon.

3/27/2020

Massie be damned

NEW: The House of Representatives passed the historic $2 trillion coronavirus response stimulus package, clearing the way for President Trump’s signature. A forced roll call vote backfired.

—@jeffzeleny

3/27/2020

coronavirus

Coronavirus in New York: Latest Updates

By Chas Danner, Matt Stieb, and Benjamin Hart

Cuomo and de Blasio are unhappy with the federal stimulus bill.

3/27/2020

If you’re curious about RBG…

Supreme Court justices are all “healthy” a court spokeswoman says. Orders and opinions on Monday. They had their regular conference this am with only Chief Justice John Roberts at the Court. Others called in.

—@Arianedevogue

3/27/2020

federal reserve

The Coronavirus Crisis Reveals How Undemocratic America Has Become

By Eric Levitz

We are outsourcing some of the most consequential policy decisions any republic can make to unelected bureaucrats.

3/27/2020

Right on, governor

Gov. Cuomo giving a real pep talk to New Yorkers right now.

“I say my friends that we go out there today, and we kick coronavirus ass. That’s what I say.”

—@mj_lee

3/27/2020

A ray of decent news

The rate of coronavirus hospitalizations is slowing, says Cuomo. Data shows it doubling every four days between March 24-26, as opposed to every 2.5 between March 17-March 19.

—@NY1

3/27/2020

The latest numbers from NY

.@NYGovCuomo says 6,481 people are currently hospitalized in New York State with #coronavirus and 1,583 of them are in ICU. There have been 519 deaths.

—@ZackFinkNews

3/27/2020

There’s a long road ahead

Cuomo says the predicted APEX of pandemic in NY will be about 21 days from now.

—@mikiebarb

3/27/2020

John Kerry goes OFF on Congressman holding up stimulus bill

Breaking news: Congressman Massie has tested positive for being an asshole. He must be quarantined to prevent the spread of his massive stupidity. He’s given new meaning to the term #Masshole. (Finally, something the president and I can agree on!) https://t.co/N1CNLPsZjc

—@JohnKerry

3/27/2020

vision 2020

State That May Decide 2020 Elections Approaches Chaotic April Primary

By Ed Kilgore

Moving to voting by mail without fair rules could affect the general election in crucial states like Wisconsin, as its April primary is showing.

3/27/2020

interesting times

Andrew Sullivan: America Is Trapped in Trump’s Blind Spot

By Andrew Sullivan

The pandemic presented Trump with a remarkable political opportunity. Instead he has lied and dithered as the casualties mount.

3/27/2020

the national interest

Distractable Sinophobe Donald Trump Praises Country He’s Supposed to be Blaming

By Jonathan Chait

We’ve always been at war with Eastasia. But Eastasia … has done a tremendous job, I have to say.

3/27/2020

The president is unlikely to enjoy this quote

Pence on Easter reopening to CNBC: “The president expressed really an aspirational goal as we continue to follow the data.”

—@Acosta

3/27/2020

coronavirus

Boris Johnson Tests Positive for the Coronavirus

By Benjamin Hart

The U.K. prime minister, whose government fumbled its initial response to the pandemic, says his symptoms are mild.

3/27/2020

Boris Johnson has coronavirus

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson: “Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus. Together we will beat this.”

—@mkraju

3/27/2020

housing

Will the Coronavirus Kill Airbnb?

By Brian Feldman

Furnished apartments intended for short-term stays are flipping to long-term rentals. What could possibly be causing this?