Special Report: Trump’s move to block travel from Europe delivered chaos and one final viral infusion

Epidemiologists contend the U.S. outbreak was driven overwhelmingly by viral strains from Europe rather than China. More than 1.8 million travelers entered the United States from Europe in February alone as that continent became the center of the pandemic. The crush of Americans rushing home into crowded U.S. airports after Trump's announcement only added to that viral load.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     Special Report May 23, 11:32 AM     Trump's move to block travel from Europe delivered chaos and one final viral infusion Epidemiologists contend the U.S. outbreak was driven overwhelmingly by viral strains from Europe rather than China. More than 1.8 million travelers entered the United States from Europe in February alone as that continent became the center of the pandemic. The crush of Americans rushing home into crowded U.S. airports after Trump's announcement only added to that viral load. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2020 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071