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Protest Against Virus Restrictions Held at Montana Capitol

About 60 protesters convened outside the Capitol building in Helena Wednesday

By Associated Press

HELENA — Armed demonstrators were among a group gathered at the Montana Capitol to protest the state government’s response to the coronavirus.

About 60 protesters convened outside the Capitol building in Helena Wednesday, The Independent Record reported.

Some demonstrators carried guns and others held signs, including many that referenced Democratic Gov. Steve Bullock.

Bullock enacted travel restrictions and a stay-at-home order March 28 in response to the spread of COVID-19.

Bullock lifted the stay-at-home order for individuals April 26 and for many nonessential businesses April 27 as part of a phased reopening plan, while keeping some social distancing requirements in place.

For most people, the new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia and death. The vast majority of people recover.