GOP vs Dems: US is back to ‘normal’ after Covid-19 relief package
Republican Mitch McConnell would prefer states to enter bankruptcy than get more cash; Democrats say more state aid is essential
24 April 2020 - 14:35
Washington — After passing $3-trillion of coronavirus relief in a rare seven-week run of bipartisanship, the US Congress is headed back to its normal state of conflict, with leading Republicans lining up against aid for cities and states that Democrats say is essential.
Spurred on by governors and local officials, Democrats have put out the word that they want to provide a sizeable rescue package as part of a broader bill — one that could total at least $2-trillion in coming weeks...
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