Kelsey Snell
Stories
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McConnell Says Next Coronavirus Aid Bill Will Be The Last
The next round of coronavirus aid will be narrowly focused and will not extend federal unemployment assistance, the Senate majority leader says.
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Congress Has Approved $3 Trillion For Coronavirus Relief So Far. Here's A Breakdown
There have been four separate measures over the last two months, including payments to individuals, tax breaks for businesses, and funds for public health and state and local governments.
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Morning Edition
House To Vote On COVID-19 Aid Plan That The GOP Had Already Written Off
The House is set to vote Friday on a $3 trillion coronavirus aid package. It was written entirely by Democrats, and Republicans are not on board.
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Lawmakers Want To Get Americans More Relief Money. Here's What They Propose
A trio of Senate Democrats wants to give $2,000 per month to individuals through the end of the health emergency. One Senate Republican suggests covering payroll for companies who rehire workers.
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Fauci To Appear Before Senate Panel, But Not 'Trump Haters' In The House, Trump Says
Dr. Anthony Fauci and other members of the coronavirus task force will testify before a GOP-led Senate committee next week but have been blocked from making similar appearances in the House so far.
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All Things Considered
Senate Is Planning To Return To Session Despite Coronavirus Fears In Washington
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is planning to start a Senate session next week even though Washington, D.C., remains a coronavirus hotspot. The House is not returning to the capital yet.
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Congress Passes Latest Economic Relief Package to Confront Coronavirus
It is the fourth measure approved by Congress in less than two months to combat the pandemic. This one, totaling $484 billion, will supply fresh funding to a new small business lending program.
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Bipartisan Deal Reached On $484 Billion More Coronavirus Aid
Both Republicans and Democrats agreed that a small business program that ran out of money needed a major infusion. Negotiators also added resources for hospitals and testing.
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Lessons From Congress' Last Experience Helping Rescue An Economy In Free Fall
Congress isn't known for passing broad legislation quickly. Its response to the 2008 economic crisis has parallels with the coronavirus — and this period could also mean political blowback for some.
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Governors Call For $500 Billion Bailout Amid Standoff Over Coronavirus Relief Funds
Governors are signaling a dire financial picture for states as Congress spars over including state and local funds along with additional money for small business loans.