Texas Tribune political reporter Patrick Svitek sat down with Judge Clay Jenkins for a live discussion on the effects that the novel coronavirus is having on Dallas County, the nation’s eighth most populous county, and how his office has been handling the response.
Here’s a look at some of Jenkins’ responses to questions during the interview.
What’s the state of the outbreak in Dallas County?
What is Dallas County’s ability to test and treat COVID-19 patients?
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How has Dallas County responded to the outbreak, and what is it doing to coordinate with other government officials?
How is Jenkins’ office responding to the needs of Dallas County residents?
What will it look like to resume economic activity in Dallas County?
Jenkins has served as Dallas County judge since 2011. Jenkins has also worked as an attorney and a small-business owner.
The interview was streamed on the Tribune’s website, Facebook page and Twitter, as well as by our media partners at KERA and KXAN, to a live audience of more than 9,000 viewers.
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