Economics
White House Urges Reopening Despite Outbreaks at Warehouses
- Hassett cites data on virus spread White House won’t release
- Infections reported at meatpacking facilities over past weeks
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The White House is urging businesses to open their doors again in hopes of triggering a swift revival of the U.S. economy, despite warning signs that nationwide reopenings may be premature.
Kevin Hassett, an economic adviser to President Donald Trump, said Monday the White House has data showing that essential businesses over the past four weeks have begun to operate without major coronavirus flare-ups. He said it is likely safe for non-essential businesses to reopen as well.