White House officials are discussing China travel restrictions as the coronavirus continues to spread, sources say.
The restrictions could affect flights into and out of China, as well as airports across the United States.
No final decision has been made. A senior staff meeting was held at the White House on Monday during which the restrictions were discussed. Passengers wear protective masks to protect against the spread of the Coronavirus as they arrive at the Los Angeles International Airport, California, on January 22, 2020.The restrictions could affect flights into and out of China, as well as airports across the United States.
No final decision has been made. A senior staff meeting was held at the White House on Monday during which the restrictions were discussed.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expanded its China travel warning on Tuesday, now warning all U.S. travelers to avoid the entire country. Previously, the health agency had advised against nonessential travel to Wuhan, the city where the disease was first diagnosed and the site of the majority of known cases.
The new coronavirus has killed 106 people and infected more than 4,500, according to Chinese health authorities. It was first diagnosed late last month.
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