Texas Lt. Governor Says Older Americans Should Take Risks During <br />Coronavirus Pandemic While on 'Tucker Carlson Tonight,' <br />Dan Patrick expressed the need for <br />America to return to normal. Even though older people <br />are more susceptible to <br />the ongoing pandemic, Patrick said work must continue and that <br />senior citizens will take care of themselves. Dan Patrick, via 'Tucker Carlson Tonight' Patrick added that the risk is worth taking so <br />the economy can be stable in the future. He also claimed America will collapse <br />within a few months if shutdowns continue. Dan Patrick, via <br />'Tucker Carlson Tonight' The comments come as President Trump <br />has signaled his own impatience with <br />nationwide closings.