I think if anything, the Fed was probably overjoyed about COVID-19; they were just waiting for an excuse to do a massive cash injection without sparking massive

I think if anything, the Fed was probably overjoyed about COVID-19; they were just waiting for an excuse to do a massive cash injection without sparking massive backlash and protests. The new rules against gathering in large crowds are an added bonus; the Fed is not only excused, they are legally protected from any possible backlash.