Trump Holds Up Mask Saying "Wear It When Social Distancing Is Difficult"

"Situation Could Worsen, But Doing Our Best to Protect Lives"
Consistent Cautious Remarks Unlike Previous Briefing

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[Asia Economy New York=Correspondent Baek Jong-min] U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized on the 21st (local time) that he also wears a mask and that masks should be worn when it is not possible to maintain a 6-foot social distance.

President Trump said this on the 21st (local time) during the Coronavirus Task Force (TF) briefing, which resumed after about three months since the end of April, showing a mask taken out of his pocket.

He said he has worn a mask when social distancing is not possible, such as in elevators, and that he will willingly continue to wear one in the future. He also advised that it would be better to increase the social distancing gap.

Regarding the resurgence of COVID-19, President Trump said, "It is a shame. It should not have happened, but the virus will disappear. China should have stopped the virus."

He added, "The situation may worsen before it gets better, but the government will not stop any efforts to save lives."

President Trump concluded the briefing in about 30 minutes that day. Unlike previous briefings where he answered questions for nearly two hours and commented on various issues, sometimes making controversial claims not based on facts, this briefing was cautious throughout and focused only on the COVID-19 response.

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