Trump wears coronavirus mask during public visit to Walter Reed military hospital
Before departing for Walter Reed, Trump told reporters on the White House South Lawn that he would "probably have a mask" while visiting the hospital.Trump has resisted wearing a mask in the past.
Trump was visiting wounded service members and their families as well as health-care staff who have been caring for Covid-19 patients during the pandemic, the White House said. The president was accompanied by military leaders and followed by staff who were also wearing masks.. Overall, more than 3.2 million Americans have been infected by the coronavirus, while more than 134,000 have died.
"I think when you're in a hospital, especially in that particular setting where you're talking to a lot of soldiers and people that in some cases just got off the operating table, I think it's a great thing to wear a mask," Trump said. "I've never been against masks but I do believe they have a time and a place."despite state law and company policy requiring a face covering.
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