Originally Posted by
NYCBlue
Trump has no authority over the states in this matter. The lockdown was never federal. It was on a state-by-state basis. With all the power in the hands of state governors. Hence the states being governed by Republicans downplaying the virus and opening-up sooner. Arkansas has seen a spike in cases recently. They were never on lockdown. Same with Arizona, they lifted their lockdown on May 15th. Trump is now preparing to hold rallies in so-called red states. Inside arenas that are still closed for bands and sporting events.