State House reporter for the @BostonGlobe, covering politics and government. Formerly @bostonherald. Reach me at matt.stout@globe.com
Jun 1, 2020 • 16 tweets • 6 min read
After protests turned violent in Boston and President Trump called governors "weak," @CharlieBakerMA set to address media at State House at 3:30 p.m. Baker also expected to clarify details on which businesses can reopen when. Here's link to live stream: mass.gov/covid19-updates
.@CharlieBakerMA starting press conference now
May 4, 2020 • 12 tweets • 5 min read
A view of the protest outside Mass. State House against @CharlieBakerMA’s business closure order and stay-at-home advisory. “This is communism!” someone shouts from the crowd on both sides of Beacon Street #COVID
In last 30 minutes, the rally has grown considerably. Cars passing with Trump signs passing with horns beeping. One lane of Beacon Street blocked off with police and protestors