Welcome to another edition of FT Now! We know it's impossible to
escape Coronavirus in the news these days, but this week we're
capturing a few themes that may not be getting as much attention as they
ought to. For starters, the U.S. intelligence community is fairly
convinced that China is lying about its total cases and deaths - and at
least a couple senators are not having it. Governors around the country
are rising up to be the true leaders of the fight against the pandemic.
Last but not least, there's an undercurrent of Democratic politicians
hoping to use Coronavirus as a way to sneak their progressive agenda
onto an unsuspecting public. Green New Deal, anyone? Read below for more
- and stay safe!

Senators Slam China's Coronavirus Response

What Happened:

At least two prominent Republican senators are speaking out against
China's handling of the Coronavirus epidemic. Meanwhile, a report from
the U.S. intelligence community accuses China's communist government
of underreporting its total cases and deaths associated with the virus.

Why You Should Care:

Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Ben Sasse (R-NE) point out that the Chinese
government is responsible for the Coronavirus becoming a worldwide
pandemic. "This pandemic began in China," said Cruz. "They did
everything they could to hide the public health crisis that was
spreading right in front of them." Sen. Sasse said in his statement,
"The Chinese Communist Party has lied, is lying, and will continue to
lie about Coronavirus to protect the regime."

What Happens Next:

While Americans continue to fight the Coronavirus here at home, rest
assured we're all taking China's reported totals with a giant grain
of salt.

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Opinion: Governors' Responses to Coronavirus Offer Hope to Worried
Americans

What Happened:

Governors around the country are taking bold action to fight the
coronavirus and flatten the curve.

Why You Should Care:

Governors like Bill Lee in Tennessee and Greg Abbott in Texas are hard
at work cutting red tape and regulations that make it easier for
citizens to function during a global pandemic. These are things that are
happening at the state level and underscore once again just how
important local elections are.

What Happens Next:

We get through this together.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom Says Coronavirus is an "Opportunity for
Reimagining a More Progressive Era"

What Happened:

Democrat Gov. Gavin Newom was asked if he thought the Coronavirus
outbreak would be a good time for progressive Democrats to force their
agenda onto the American people. His answer was...telling.

Why You Should Care:

Newsom isn't the first to suggest the pandemic is a political
"opportunity" for Democrats - and he certainly won't be the last.
Regardless, it's not a good look and reeks of the worst kind of
partisan politics. The American people will take note.

What Happens Next:

Unfortunately, watch for Democrats to use Coronavirus to try and force
their radical agenda on the American people.

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Thank you for reading this week's edition of FT Now.

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