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Travel Bans in Vogue as Governments Try to Contain Coronavirus

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   Governments around the world are responding to the coronavirus pandemic
   with more and more travel bans as they seek to prevent imported cases
   while also avoiding or containing the spread of cases within their
   borders.

   U.S. President Donald Trump issued a ban on foreign travelers who
   recently visited Europe's Schengen Area as he gave a televised speech
   that also highlighted economic measures his administration is taking.

   He drew criticism from Democratic leaders who say not enough is being
   done to accelerate testing of potential cases in the United States, and
   they have offered legislation that includes free testing and paid leave
   that would encourage people to stay home from work.
   WATCH: White House correspondent Patsy Widakuswara's video report.

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