Trump says US may reopen economy before May 1; Canada not in hurry

Canada is still receiving repatriation flights for Canadians who have been stranded abroad. Trudeau said travel restrictions will remain for many weeks

As coronavirus cases continue to rise in the US, President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the govt is close to completing a plan to end the shutdown and reopen the battered economy, with some parts of the country may get ready before May 1.

Trump said he would speak and "authorise" all 50 governors to implement plans in their states at an appropriate time, probably on Thursday by video conference, Reuters reported.

Trump's coronavirus task force has recommended people across the country follow strict social distancing guidelines through the end of April. Opening some states before that would go against