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Mr Pence, tapped by Donald Trump to lead the US break out response, likewise said that the White Home will start on-camera briefings on the infection.
There are now at least 129 United States clients with Covid-19 in 16 states.
As the US break out spreads, Mr Pence said the United States Centres for Disease Control and Avoidance would raise existing restrictions on tests and supply new guidelines for speeding up tests for those who fear they are infected.
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