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‘Chinese Virus’: Asian Americans Condemn Trump’s Comments

We speak with Illinois state Rep. Theresa Mah (D-Chicago) about the comments.

Aired 03/23/2020 | Rating NR

Chicago Tonight

‘Chinese Virus’: Asian Americans Condemn Trump’s Comments

Clip: 3/23/2020 | 8m 25sVideo has Closed Captions

We speak with Illinois state Rep. Theresa Mah (D-Chicago) about the comments.

President Donald Trump in recent days has branded the new coronavirus the “Chinese virus,” a move many have condemned as racist and xenophobic.

Aired 03/23/2020 | Rating NR

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