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Congress in standoff on virus aid, but first checks coming
Despite the urgency to act, it's a sudden breakdown over what all sides agree is the need for federal help.
Infrastructure often embraced by both parties, to no avail
When it comes to trying to upgrade the country's road, rail, water and broadband systems, Washington frequently veers off the tracks.
Senate passes coronavirus rescue package on unanimous vote
The unanimous vote came despite misgivings on both sides.
Donald Trump implores Congress to move on virus rescue package
The measure is the largest economic relief bill in U.S. history.
Joe Biden’s challenge: Breaking through with virus response
Like most Americans, Biden has stayed close to home recently to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Donald Trump, Congress agree on $2 trillion virus rescue bill
One of the last issues to close concerned $500 billion for guaranteed, subsidized loans to larger industries.
Negotiators close on a nearly $2 trillion virus aid package
While the two sides have resolved many issues in the sweeping package, some remain.
Congressional rescue talks churn as crisis deepens
Washington labored under the size and scope of the rescue package that’s more ambitious than any in recent times.
Donald Trump’s team, senators to negotiate $1T economic rescue deal
The effort builds on Trump's request for Congress to “go big.”
Donald Trump’s economic aid could approach $1T, senators say
The Trump administration is asking congress to appropriate funds directly to Americans in an effort to shore up households and the economy.
