I thought President Trump’s response so far has been very good. First, just the formation of the task force and having a press conference for them is effective. It shows the public that the administration is taking it seriously and is working on the disease. If that did not happen, the press would be all over the place saying the president isn’t doing anything, its chaos, etc.
Second, I think the actions so far have been measured and are helping.
He did the same thing when there were hurricanes coming toward Florida and Puerto Rico. He got the cabinet together, planned ahead, has the press there to show the administration was working on it.
Very professional.
Next step is a Presidential address advising people to get ready for a 3-4 week long “snow day”. Lay in dry goods, be prepared to shelter in place IOT reduce the demand on medical services. Dems will scream fear mongering, but it will be looked back on as wise counsel.
Right now this pandemic is like a hurricane hitting the Bahamas and we all live in Florida