Triple-N · 1 · 18:00–23:30

Judge Matt Hass - on Triple-N!

The voice of reason!

I've met General John McGrew - many times.

He is a fine man.

When he says there have been no fatalities from the infection - he means it.

That man's career has earned enough medals to block the noon-day sun.

He's no liar.

This precautionary exclusion zone is there to protect us.

I'm sorry for the people inside. Truly I am.

Running a fever, feeling confused, being trapped...

But this is clearly in the nation's interest.

The greater good.

I've heard a lot of people asking - 'Why can't we know?'

Why can't the Government just say: 'Here's the problem'?

There's bravery in silence, folks.

They're busy looking in on this... let's call it a 'Knox Event'

They don't have time to look back out.

They're relying on us to keep calm and have faith.

I do have faith, and as an American...

... so should you.

I've been Judge Matt Hass...

... on Triple-N.

That was Judge Matt Hass. Good evening, you're on Triple N.

While we've been on air: a statement from the White House.

The President has claimed he is 'understandably distressed' by the Knox Event.

This is a distressing time.

The situation in Kentucky is unexpected and saddening.

My first thoughts are with the friends and families of those within the Zone.

People have been separated, folk have been evacuated...

I understand the difficulties facing us.

However, I have faith in the fine people of the Center for Disease Control...

... to get to the root of the panic and confusion within the Exclusion Zone.

I have faith in our Servicemen and Women to fulfill their duties...

... and for General John McGrew to command them with the foresight and dedication...

... he has shown throughout his exemplary career.

It is a distressing time America, but you are in safe hands.

Thank you.

More as it happens throughout the night...

... on Triple-N.