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Trump returned from India to a mounting economic and health crisis over the novel coronavirus. He's appointed Vice President Mike Pence to oversee the next steps, as the nation and stock market brace for impact.

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Lauren Dezenski
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CNN — Trump returned from India to a mounting economic and health crisis over the novel coronavirus. He's appointed Vice President Mike Pence to oversee the next steps, as the nation and stock market brace for impact.

Meanwhile, Iowa Democrats have finally finished their recount of the botched caucuses (though it may not be over over), while South Carolina Democrats head to the polls in their state's primary on Saturday.

Monday

After spectacle, Trump and Modi turn to businessWhite House submits $1.25 billion emergency request as part of $2.5 billion coronavirus effort

Tuesday

Democratic candidates look to halt Bernie Sanders' momentum in last debate before major primary contestsUS-South Korea military exercises expected to be scaled back due to coronavirus

Wednesday

White House response to coronavirus stokes bipartisan frustration in CongressCourt says Trump administration can withhold money from NYC, 7 states in 'sanctuary cities' fight

Thursday

Buttigieg keeps Iowa caucuses lead after partial recountTrump stumbles in first efforts to control virus response as fear spreads and markets fall

Friday

Lawmakers react after coronavirus briefing: 'I do not think we're prepared'House passes sweeping restrictions on flavored vaping and tobacco products

And that was the week in 10 headlines.

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