US travel ban ‘to extend to United Kingdom and Ireland’; Coveney updates travel advice

President Trump confirmed he was tested for coronavirus and defended shaking hands.

The White House is expected to announce that the US will broaden its European travel ban, adding the United Kingdom and Ireland to its list.

Under the restrictions, American citizens, green card holders and others are still allowed to return home to the US – but will be funnelled to 13 airports and be subjected to health screenings and quarantine orders, according to reports.