Louisiana to Move to Phase-One Reopening of Economy on May 15
Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards (D) announces that the state will lift its stay-at-home order on Friday, May 15, and move to a phase-one reopening of the economy. Governor Edwards says the decision has been made after reviewing coronavirus data with health officials and in concert with the guidelines laid down by the White House. He says he believes the decision strikes a balance between protecting public health and reengaging more parts of the economy.