This virus doesnβt care about political party.
States like NY that have been hit hardest by COVID-19 shouldnβt be punished because they vote blue.
Especially when NY, year in and year out, subsidizes our fellow states.
NEW: Finger Lakes region will be the first to meet all 7 benchmarks to reopen the economy, per @NYGovCuomo.
Theyβve got the go-ahead to begin phase one of reopening May 15.
Central New York will come next.
Many of you have asked if I am willing to travel around Florida wearing Grim Reaper attire to the beaches and other areas of the state opening up prematurely. The answer is absolutely yes. Beginning May 1 we will hit the road here in state. Please retweet and spread the word.
Saying thanks is nice. Providing assistance is better.
Iβm working with NY's Congressional delegation to create a "COVID-19 Heroes Compensation Fund" to support frontline workers and their families.
Just as Congress did after 9/11, we need to support our heroes once again.