White House adviser Kevin Hassett acknowledged it’s risky to work in the West Wing now that several staff have tested positive for the coronavirus
White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett acknowledged on Sunday it’s risky to work in the White House now that several staff have tested positive for the coronavirus."I'll wear a mask when I feel it's necessary," he explained, noting he had one with him for Sunday’s interview.recommends wearing face coverings to curb the spread of the coronavirus, though President Donald Trump has said the guidance is "voluntary" and that he didn’t plan on following it personally.
"It's a little bit risky" to work in the West Wing during the coronavirus pandemic, given how small and crowded it is, said Hassett, who says he practices "aggressive social distancing." "But you have to do it because you have to serve your country." Hassett allowed there are ways to work securely remotely outside the White House, but "there is a reason why people need to go in."
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