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US virus deaths pass 5,000
The United States has surpassed 5,000 deaths due to the coronavirus pandemic, with over 215,000 confirmed cases.
The US now leads the world in the number of cases, exceeding Italy, Spain, and China.
President Donald Trump faced criticism for his administration's initially slow response to the accelerating pandemic.
Hospitals, particularly in New York, have been overwhelmed, facing shortages of essential supplies like face masks and respirators.
President Trump extended social distancing guidelines until the end of April, acknowledging that the coming weeks will be 'horrific'.
Top scientists have warned President Trump that the US death toll could reach up to 200,000 lives if the situation is not managed properly.
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