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Southern and northern U.S. borders restrict nonessential travel starting March 21

Posted at 9:15 AM, Mar 20, 2020
and last updated 2020-03-20 12:38:56-04

Officials have announced the closure of both the northern and southern U.S. borders.

The restriction, in coordination with Canadian and Mexican officials, is expected to take place at midnight Friday.

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The announcement came Friday morning during President Trump's coronavirus task force update.

Essential travel includes medical purposes, to attend education institutions, and more. This restriction excludes commercial trade and commerce.

Watch the full announcement below.