Sen. Merkley Statement On Trump Declaring a National Emergency
March 14, 2020
March 14, 2020
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following statement regarding President Trump's declaration of a coronavirus a national emergency:
"Now that President Trump has heeded our callto make a presidential disaster declaration, communities throughout Oregon and across the country will be able to access much-needed financial assistance as we continue to address the spread of coronavirus.
"As Oregon works to access these newly available . . .
"Now that President Trump has heeded our callto make a presidential disaster declaration, communities throughout Oregon and across the country will be able to access much-needed financial assistance as we continue to address the spread of coronavirus.
"As Oregon works to access these newly available . . .