NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — Democratic presidential candidates Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden have canceled Tuesday night rallies in Cleveland over coronavirus fears, both campaigns announced Tuesday afternoon, making them the first major 2020 events to be canceled. Sanders' campaign was the first to make the announcement.
"Out of concern for public health and safety, we are canceling tonight’s rally in Cleveland," Mike Casca, Bernie 2020 Communications Director said in a statement. "We are heeding the public warnings from Ohio state officials, who have communicated concern about holding large, indoor events during the coronavirus outbreak. Sen. Sanders would like to express his regret to the thousands of Ohioans who had planned to attend the event tonight."
He added, "All future Bernie 2020 events will be evaluated on a case by case basis." Sanders was slated to appear with Sen. Nina Turner at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.
