Rhode Island governor mandates self-quarantine for travelers from New York

Democratic Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo said she is 'mandating, not suggesting,' a 14-day self-quarantine for anyone traveling to her state from New York in the latest clampdown on domestic travel amid the novel coronavirus pandemic

Washington Democratic Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo said Thursday she is"mandating, not suggesting," a 14-day self-quarantine for anyone traveling to her state from New York in the latest clampdown on domestic travel amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.

The executive order -- effective immediately -- also applies to anyone who has traveled to New York in the last 14 days. "This is unusual," Raimondo said of the plan to execute the mandate."This is radical."Her order reflects a growing concern among state leaders across the country about travelers coming from New York, where the outbreak has surged.

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