White House and Congress Near Deal on Nearly 2Tr Rescue Plan
Negotiations between the White House and Congress continued Sunday over a nearly 2 trillion dollar coronavirus rescue package as the crisis deepened. Senate leaders clashed over the draft bill, while President Trump urged quick action and state governors pressed for more aid. The plan would provide direct payments to individuals, extended unemployment benefits, and billions for hospitals, food programs, and small businesses. critics warn it tilts to corporations and lacks sufficient healthcare and worker protections. The package, plus Fed support, aims to stabilize a toppy economy as lawmakers race to complete a measure in the face of mounting hospital demand and unemployment claims.
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The death toll surpasses 14 400 with over 331 000 infections worldwide as leaders pursue a massive rescue package potentially worth 1.4 trillion. Italy reports rising cases and deaths while other nations implement lockdowns and testing efforts amid a global health crisis.
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