Biden Signs $1.9T Relief Bill Before Speech to the Nation
He had been set to sign the American Rescue Plan on Friday.
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Biden Meets Republicans as Democrats Push for Virus Aid
Democrats pushed ahead to lay the groundwork for passage without relying on Republican support.
Senate Blocks Democratic Push for Trump’s $2K Checks
Trump has been pushing to more than triple the $600 payments approved by Congress. The House approved the larger checks, but the issue divides Republicans.
Next Virus Aid Package Could Easily Swell Past $1 Trillion
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell promised a new round of direct payments to Americans, similar to the $1,200 checks sent in spring.
GOP Leaders Head to White House as Virus Crisis Deepens
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is prepared to roll out the $1 trillion package in a matter of days.
Outcry as Some Nursing Homes Try to Grab Stimulus Checks
The industry says the problem with stimulus checks is not widespread.
GOP Lawmakers Push for ‘Clean’ Extension of Payroll Program
They also want to ensure that the paycheck protection program is opened up more to businesses.
US Relief Checks Begin Arriving as Economic Damage Piles Up
Retail sales fell by an unprecedented 8.7%.
Cities, Counties Fear Losing Out on US Virus Rescue Funding
Localities below the half-million population threshold are in limbo.
Democrats Stall President’s $250B Business Virus Aid Package
That doesn't mean the legislation is dead.