“This is the biggest relief ever signed” President Trump gathered with Cabinet members, lawmakers and members of the coronavirus task force in the Oval Office, thanking Republicans and…
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President Says Ford, GM, must build ventilators
President might invoke Defense Production Act. President Donald Trump told General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co. on Friday that they must quickly build badly needed ventilators for…
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House Passes Stimulus Legislation
Bill on its way to president’s desk for signing. The House of Representatives passed the historic $2 trillion stimulus package that had passed the Senate earlier this week,…
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President Trump Meets with G20 Leadership
He spoke directly with the Chinese President. Thursday, President Trump participated in an emergency meeting of G20 leaders to discuss the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. During…
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First Lady Releases Public Service Announcement
She expresses hope in the return to normal. First Lady Melania Trump appeared in a new public service announcement about the coronavirus. “I want to speak with you…
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President’s Coronavirus Briefing for Thursday
His administration is pushing to complete changes ahead of the November election. President Trump said he had written a letter to the nation’s governors and territories to tell…
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How the Coronavirus Stimulus Bill Impacts You
Congress’ goal is an immediate and lasting impact. The 883-page CARES Act legislation passed by the Senate and awaiting passage in the House includes thousands of dollars in…
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Record 3.28 Million File for Jobless Benefits
Numbers show the magnitude of the pandemic. A record number of American workers applied for unemployment benefits for the week ending March 21, as the coronavirus pandemic hit…
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Senate Passes Economic Relief Package
House vote is expected on Friday. The Senate passed the roughly $2.2 trillion economic stimulus package, moving the bill to the House as Congress works to give families…
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Americans “Step Up to the Plate” During Pandemic
Headlines reveal how citizens join the fight. Vice President Mike Pence praised Americans for their response and spirit during the virus outbreak. He called to light a few…
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