Sen. David Perdue Supports Phased-In Reopening of Georgia’s Economy

In an interview before Trump expressed his opinion on Kemp’s plan, U.S. Sen. David Perdue said he supports a measured approach to reopening the economy.

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Updated Thursday at 8:31 a.m.

President Donald Trump said Wednesday evening he “strongly disagrees” with Gov. Brian Kemp’s decision to begin steps to re-open certain businesses in the state, even with continued social distancing and sanitation guidelines.

In an interview with WABE before Trump expressed his opinion on Kemp’s plan, U.S. Sen. David Perdue, a notable Trump ally, said he supports a measured approach to opening the economy.