White House now conducting temperature checks amid outbreak

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House says it’s now conducting temperature checks on anyone who’s in close contact with President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence. White House spokesman Judd Deere says the move is being taken out of an abundance of caution in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Trump has had multiple direct and indirect contacts with people who have tested positive for the pandemic virus. The White House physician has indicated that Trump’s interactions were low risk and testing was not necessary. Trump has been known to flout public health advice, but he said on Friday that he “most likely” will be tested soon.