The United States now has more confirmed coronavirus cases than any other country in the world, with New York the worst affected area.

Governor of New York Andrew Cuomo has issued an urgent appeal for medical volunteers as the state's death toll continues to climb.

But is saving the economy more of a priority for Donald Trump than protecting public health?

Cal Thomas and Marion McKeone discussed this in our weekly US slot, and also questioned whether Andrew Cuomo could replace Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee to challenge Trump in the election.

Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.