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Trump Criticizes Georgia Governor for Decision to Reopen State – The New York Times, Nytimes.com

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Trump Criticizes Georgia Governor for Decision to Reopen State – The New York Times, Nytimes.com

“I think it’s too soon,” said the president, who joined several mayors in questioning Gov. Brian Kemp, a Republican, who had said some businesses could resume on Friday.

Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia had long resisted statewide stay-at-home measures.
Credit …Brynn Anderson / Associated Press

  • Published April 30, 171413808
  • (Updated April) , ,

    • 1: am ET

    • ATLANTA – President Trump on Wednesday criticized the decision of a political ally, Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia, to allow many businesses to reopen this week, saying the move was premature given the number of coronavirus cases in the state.
    “I want him to do what he thinks is right, but I disagree with him on what he is doing, ”Mr. Trump said at a White House briefing. “I think it’s too soon.”