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Stimulus Package
Trump’s Intervention Puts Flawed But Necessary COVID Relief Bill at Risk
President Donald Trump's attempt at sabotage could derail congressional efforts to protect the economy.
Ilhan Omar Says Congress Is “Not Embarrassed Enough” for Failing on COVID Relief
Researchers estimate that nearly 8 million people in the U.S. have been pushed into poverty since the summer.
GOP Push to Keep Stimulus Check From People on Unemployment Draws Outrage
The effort comes after the GOP already reportedly succeeded in paring back the duration of unemployment benefits.
Inadequate COVID Stimulus Is Pushing Cities and States to Make Draconian Cuts
As cities and states stare down a growing financial apocalypse, they have begun to slash vital public services.
Bernie Sanders Pushes to Attach $1,200 Payments to Must-Pass Stimulus Bill
The measure would also provide $500 for each child of eligible recipients.
The Senate’s Latest COVID Stimulus Won’t Solve the Hunger and Housing Crisis
Hopes are pinned on a $908 billion proposal that includes only a fraction of what is necessary to contain these crises.
McConnell COVID Plan: No Direct Payments and Stricter Unemployment Requirements
Analysts caution that McConnell's goal is to undermine Biden's presidency and gain GOP seats in 2022 and beyond.
Economists Argue to “Use Debt, Go Big, and Stay Big” With COVID Relief Package
A detailed memo pushes for roughly $3 trillion in fiscal support and to continue support through 2024.
Economists Say US Needs 400 Percent More COVID Relief Than McConnell Is Offering
The senate majority leader's delays threaten to worsen the issues that the stimulus bill is supposed to relieve.
After Installing Barrett, McConnell Adjourns Senate for Recess Sans COVID Relief
The failure to approve additional pandemic relief prior to next week's election could delay an aid package for months.