Posted on 04/21/2020 1:25:40 PM PDT by rintintin
Missouri on Tuesday became the first U.S. state to sue the Chinese government over its handling of the coronavirus, saying that China's response to the outbreak that originated in Wuhan city led to devastating economic losses in the state.
The civil lawsuit, filed in federal court by Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt, alleges negligence, among other claims. The complaint alleges Missouri and its residents have suffered possibly tens of billions of dollars in economic damages, and seeks cash compensation.
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Godd for MO...we need about 40 other states to join in.
Repay the stimulus checks.
If China doesnt pay...we won’t buy...
Sweet. I hope this is just the first of many lawsuits.
Yes! We are the “Show me state” for a reason.
IANAL, but isn’t suing a sovereign state mostly just a waste of time?
We can sue and take any property owned by such sovereign state. See Iran.
Cancel any debt owed to ChiCom thugs ruling China as [Paid in Full].
Just curious what jurisdiction is handling the suit.
My guess is that no one from China will show up.
Since Missouri is planning on reopening against the recommendation of local health care people and without meeting the guidelines recommended by the White House then can people who contract Covid after the reopening sue the state for negligence among other claims?
We need to get on with discovery to get to the bottom of this terrorist attack.
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