Trump picks Pence to lead coronavirus response critics point out his handling of HIV outbreak

Trump Names Mike Pence to Lead Coronavirus Response

President Trump sought to reassure the country that his government was controlling the spread of the coronavirus after his administration weathered days of criticism.

Mike Pence was criticized for his handling of Indiana’s HIV outbreak. He will lead the U.S. coronavirus response.

Trump downplays risk places Pence in charge of coronavirus outbreak response

The president’s positive message was at odds with statements by top members of his administration in recent days who have warned of an unpredictable virus that could spread into communities and upend Americans’ daily lives.

Pence in charge of coronavirus response as Democrats continue primary campaigns - live updates

Vice-president Mike Pence to co-ordinate federal response to coronavirus outbreak

Ocasio-Cortez knocks Pence: 'Utterly irresponsible to put him in charge of US coronavirus response'

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) criticized Vice President Pence hours after President Trump said he would be putting him in charge of the administration's response to the spread of the new coronavirus known as COVID-19.

Trump taps Pence to head up coronavirus outbreak response

The president said the $2.5 billion his administration has requested is a "lot," but they'll spend "whatever's appropriate."

Trump Pence try to manage coronavirus response amid new fears it could spread

President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence tried to manage government's response to the coronavirus after a new case raised fears it could spread.

White House announces coronavirus 'coordinator' to lead response under Pence

Ambassador Debbie Birx, who will report to Pence, serves as the U.S. government's leader for combatting HIV/AIDS globally, according to the White House.

As he leads coronavirus response Pence criticized for handling of HIV outbreak while Indiana's governor

The announcement that Vice President Mike Pence will lead the response to coronavirus has raised questions around his handling of an HIV epidemic while Indiana Governor.

Pence's history managing HIV crisis in Indiana under scrutiny now that he's overseeing coronavirus

When President Donald Trump appointed Vice President Mike Pence in charge of the US government's response to the novel coronavirus on Wednesday, he said the former Indiana governor had "a certain talent for this."

Pence Will Control All Coronavirus Messaging From Health Officials

Government health officials and scientists will have to clear statements with the vice president’s office, one of three people designated as the administration’s primary coronavirus official.

Mike Pence is leading coronavirus efforts. This was his health record in Indiana.

Mike Pence was tapped to lead the nation's response to the coronavirus threat. This is how he tackled health issues in Indiana.

Pence tapped to lead coronavirus response vows US ‘ready for anything’

Vice President Pence, on the heels of being named to lead the U.S. response to the coronavirus outbreak, on Thursday vowed that the federal government is prepared to confront any potential health crisis.

Mike Pence vs. the Coronavirus

A reader cites the vice president’s response to previous health emergencies like AIDS, when he urged prayer.

Mike Pence ‘not up to task’ of leading US coronavirus response say experts

Trump’s pick met with outrage from experts who question vice-president’s record on health and say appointment ‘endangers us’

Meghan McCain scolds audience members after apparent applause for Pence failing on coronavirus

​"The View" co-host Meghan McCain seemed upset after hearing applause in response to the idea that President Trump set up Vice President Mike Pence to be the "fall guy" by putting him in charge of the coronavirus response.

Huckabee rips AOC's 'absurd' criticism after Pence picked to lead coronavirus prevention effort

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee scorched Rep. Alexandria-Ocasio Cortez, D-N.Y., Thursday for claiming that Vice President Mike Pence is not fit to lead the federal government's coronavirus prevention efforts.

Health officials ordered to clear all statements about coronavirus with Vice President Mike Pence

The vice president’s first move appeared to be aimed at preventing the kind of contradictory statements from White House officials and health officials that have plagued the administration’s response.

Pence's New Coronavirus Role Raises Questions About His Public Health Record

What we know about the White House coronavirus task force now that Mike Pence is in charge

Pence's office placed in charge of coronavirus messaging

Vice President Mike Pence's office is in charge of all novel coronavirus messaging after several aides blamed negative coverage about the response on too many mixed messages from senior members of the administration.

Pence touts 'good conversations' with Pelosi Schumer amid criticism of White House coronavirus effort

Vice President Mike Pence told Fox News' Sean Hannity in an exclusive interview Thursday that President Trump asked him to reach out to Democratic leaders in Congress, particularly House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, about efforts to counter the coronavirus outbreak  in an effort to "push politics aside."

Pence seizes control of coronavirus response amid criticism of his qualifications

Pence tells 'Hannity' risk of coronavirus spread in US 'remains low' thanks to Trump's 'unprecedented action'

Vice President Mike Pence told Fox News' Sean Hannity in an exclusive interview Thursday that "the risk of the spread of coronavirus in the United States of America remains low" and credited what he called "unprecedented action" by President Trump earlier this month.

Mike Huckabee: Pence is right choice to lead coronavirus response – Democrats wrong to launch political attack

The Democrats just can’t seem to help themselves. Even in the midst of a bona fide public health crisis involving the coronavirus, all they’re doing is second-guessing President Trump and trying to stoke hysteria in order to score political points.

Late Night Awaits Mike Pence’s Cure for the Coronavirus

The vice president has been put in charge of America’s response to the outbreak. “In other words, it’s been nice knowing you,” Conan O’Brien said.

Mike Pompeo faces skeptical lawmakers about coronavirus response

The secretary of state testified that he was "confident" the administration has taken actions that have "significantly reduced risk."

Pence speaking to economic group as calls for coronavirus response grow louder

Vice President Mike Pence is in Palm Beach County Friday, capping a week dominated by concerns about the global coronavirus outbreak. Pence is speaking at the Club for Growth annual conference. Pence's staff said the vice president is scheduled to meet with Gov. Ron DeSantis this afternoon before departing for Sarasota. The vice president arrived at Palm Beach International Airport before ...

Just one American with coronavirus still in hospital: Vice President Pence

Of dozens of confirmed coronavirus cases in the United States, only one patient ...

Pence tells Rush Limbaugh who said coronavirus has been overhyped: 'We're all in this together'

Limbaugh has said concerns about the coronavirus are being "weaponized" by Democrats and the media and compared the virus to "the common cold."

Bernie Sanders and Mike Bloomberg slam Trump over coronavirus

This was the first time Sanders has mentioned coronavirus on the campaign trail. Bloomberg questioned the choice of Pence to lead the response.