“This is wild. I’ve honestly never seen something at this scale and speed in the time I’ve covered politics.” Direct payments ranging from $1,400 for individuals to $5,600 for families of four began landing in U.S. bank accounts late Friday, just over 24 hours after President Joe Biden signed into law a $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package […]
U.S. President-elect Joe Biden unveiled a coronavirus response plan Thursday evening, emphasizing the urgency of passing legislation to help Americans through the pandemic and the economic crisis it has wrought. “During this pandemic, millions of Americans, through no fault of their own, have lost the dignity and respect that comes with a paycheck,” Biden said […]
“Working families need help now. Not next year, now,” said Sen. Bernie Sanders. Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday blocked efforts by Sen. Bernie Sanders and Democratic lawmakers to advance a House-approved measure that would provide one-time $2,000 direct payments to most Americans. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) requested unanimous consent for immediate consideration […]
“The House must pass this legislation tomorrow and the Senate must quickly follow suit. Let’s get this done—NOW!” After President Donald Trump belatedly signed a $900 billion coronavirus relief package into law late Sunday, Democratic lawmakers and Sen. Bernie Sanders turned their attention to an upcoming vote on stand-alone legislation that would increase the one-time […]