 The UtahPolicy.com daily newsletter gets you up to speed on the top local and national news about politics and public policy. Send news tips or feedback to bschott@utahpolicy.com, or message us on Twitter. Situational awareness - April 10, 2020Good Friday morning from Salt Lake CityTICK TOCK15 days to the Utah Republican and Democratic state conventions (4/25/2020)81 days to the 2020 Utah primary elections (6/30/2020)207 Days to the 2020 election (11/3/2020)285 days to inauguration day (01/20/2021)290 days to the start of the 2021 Utah Legislature (1/25/2021)Here are the stories you need to pay attention to this morning:
FRIDAY TRIVIAThis week's question comes from Ken Roberts. The media reported that due to quarantine from the coronavirus pandemic herds of goats had descended from the Great Orme to stroll the now-quiet streets of a nearby coastal town. What is the connection of that village to Utah? What event is planned on the Orme that coincides with a Utah 2020 event? If you know the answer to these questions, send them to mailbag@utahpolicy.com. We will randomly select a winner from the correct answers. Good luck! Thanks for subscribing to Utah's must-read daily political news rundown.If you know of friends or colleagues who would benefit from our daily news roundup, please encourage them to sign up for our emails. Today At Utah Policy Poll shows GOP nomination for governor turning into a three-person race between Cox, Huntsman and HughesBy Bryan Schott, Managing Editor Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox and former Gov. Jon Huntsman remain the favorites to win the GOP nomination for governor in June, but Former House Speaker Greg Hughes is starting to surge according to a new poll of likely Republican primary election voters.  Bob Bernick's notebook - Coronavirus is disenfranchising thousands of Republican votersBy Bob Bernick, Contributing Editor Unless something pretty amazing happens, it appears to me that former GOP Gov. Jon Huntsman will not meet the required 28,000 verified registered Republican signatures by the Monday 5 p.m. deadline.  Mike Lee appears set to endorse Jon HuntsmanBy Bryan Schott, Managing Editor It appears that Sen. Mike Lee is about to endorse Gov. Jon Huntsman's bid to grab the GOP nomination at the upcoming Republican State Convention.  Herbert extends 'stay safe, stay home' directive to the end of AprilBy Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick Gov. Gary Herbert said Thursday he was extending his "stay safe, stay home" directive until the end of April, but he had not heard from the White House about implementing a mandatory statewide stay at home order to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. OTHER UTAH HEADLINESDeseret News
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NATIONAL HEADLINESA grim recordNew York State has more coronavirus cases than any other country on the planet [CNN]. Champing at the bitThe Trump administration is pushing hard to reopen much of the U.S. economy next month. Health experts are raising the alarm, warning of a resurgence of COVID-19 before the virus is stamped out [Washington Post]. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is warning President Donald Trump not to move too quickly to reopen the country for business [Politico]. President Trump is preparing to announce a second task force focused on re-opening the nation's economy [CNN]. Trump's re-election hanging in the balanceTop conservative leaders are growing increasingly worried that President Trump has 4-8 weeks to get the recovery from the coronavirus right, or it could cost him his re-election bid [Axios]. The Republican National Committee is launching a seven-figure digital ad campaign praising President Trump's handling of the coronavirus response [Politico]. Economy in tatters17 million Americans have filed for unemployment over the last three weeks [NPR]. Economists say the U.S. unemployment rate is now 13 percent, the worst since the Great Depression [Washington Post]. A small business loan program is unraveling as the amount of cash available is dwindling [New York Times]. The number of air travelers has dropped by 96 percent from a year ago. The last time the nation saw this few people traveling by air was 1954 [AP]. The Federal Reserve rolls out a $2.3 trillion effort to bolster local governments and small and mid-sized businesses [Reuters]. The Senate failed to pass a plan to deliver $250 billion more in coronavirus aid for a small business loan program that is almost out of money [Politico]. Check your bank accountThe Treasury Department says they may start sending stimulus payments to millions Americans starting Friday, with the money being available next week [Politico]. Reining Trump inSome of President Trump's allies are worried that his marathon daily briefings, which often feature him lashing out at political opponents and contradicting health experts, could hurt him politically [New York Times]. Whiskey. Tango. Foxtrot.The White House blocked the nation's top health officials from appearing on CNN in an attempt to pressure the cable news channel into carrying the White House daily coronavirus briefings in full. Vice President Mike Pence's office reversed course on Thursday [CNN]. BUSINESS HEADLINES
Policy NewsCasual Friday: Weekend Events & Outdoors ReportOutdoors Report-- Salt Lake Tribune: Local leaders shut down popular recreation sites, campgrounds in Grand Staircase, San Rafael Swell, other hiking hot spots  WTC Utah webinar series: Financing solutions for your business during COVID-19 with DivvyUtah businesses of every size are working around the clock to address cashflow challenges resulting from COVID-19. Free tools help homeowners apply for mortgage payment forbearance and renters avoid evictions The Refugee Justice League recommended to refugees seeking the eviction relief and mortgage forbearance relief provided by the CARES Act (COVID-19), that they use two new web-based programs developed to help them apply for these benefits Hello Lender (www.hellolandlord.org) and Hello Landlord (www.hellolender.org). Don't fall for stimulus check scams or other fraud, Salt Lake County District Attorney issues warning to residents "Crises bring out the best in people, and the worst in people." Said Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill. "We want to make sure that those struggling to meet rent, and those going through a tough time during this pandemic aren't being taken advantage of." Utah Attorney General's office offers online safety tips The Utah Attorney General's Office is offering tips to everyone who is concerned about online safety during the COVID-19 crisis. As schools closed and moved to an online setting, children are accessing the internet even more than normal. More National Headlines
ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY1816 - Congress approves the creation of the Second Bank of the United States. 1866 - The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is founded in New York by Henry Bergh. 1912 - RMS Titanic sets sail from Southampton, England on her maiden and only voyage. 1925 - The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald is first published. 1970 - Paul McCartney announces he is leaving The Beatles for personal and professional reasons. Wise WordsImpact "A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives."Jackie Robinson Lighter SideEmpire Lights Engaged "When they saw that, New Yorkers were like, 'That's great. Maybe next time could you give us a heads up? I thought we were being invaded by North Korea.'"- JIMMY FALLON Subscribers may receive special messages with information about new features, special offers, or public policy messages from clients and advertisers. |
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