Coronavirus Latest: Protesters Drive From Frederick To Salisbury Calling On Hogan To 'Re-Open Maryland'
FREDERICK, Md. (WJZ) -- A group of Marylanders opposed to Gov. Larry Hogan's orders closing non-essential businesses amid the coronavirus pandemic drove from Frederick to Salisbury on Saturday as part of a demonstration calling on the governor to loosen restrictions on the state's economy.
"Re-Open Maryland" held a similar protest in Annapolis on April 18, driving through the streets near the State House while honking and holding signs.
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The group wants the economy back open so people can return to work.
Hogan has said he's watching the number of hospitalizations and patients in intensive care due to COVID-19 and has a three-stage plan to eliminate some restrictions if those numbers continue to drop.
As of Saturday, the state health department reported 24,473 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and 1,156 deaths.
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