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Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pa., is at the center of a fight over the last major issue standing in the way of a $900 billion COVID relief agreement.

Congress Stuck, Again, In Quest To Pass COVID Relief

4:37pm December 19, 2020

by Kelsey Snell

Congressional leaders returned to familiar ground Saturday, digging in on opposite sides of a stalemate over a coronavirus relief package they all is badly needed to help struggling Americans.

Week In Politics: Congress Continues To Debate A New Coronavirus Aid Package

8:00am December 19, 2020

The status of a much-negotiated COVID-19 relief bill and staggering statistics that show just how profoundly the coronavirus crisis has affected American lives and livelihoods.

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News Brief: Moderna Vaccine, Russian Hack, Coronavirus Relief Bill

11:37am December 18, 2020

Another COVID-19 vaccine nears authorization. A major computer hack poses a 'grave risk' to the U.S. And, Congress nears a deal on more coronavirus relief.

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Congress Nears Deal On Another Round Of Pandemic Relief

11:37am December 18, 2020

by Scott Horsley

The final details of a new coronavirus relief deal are still being ironed out, but the package is likely to include direct payments for many Americans and short-term help for the unemployed.

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Millions In Need Of Eviction Protection As Pandemic Rages On

11:37am December 18, 2020

by Chris Arnold

Millions of Americans could be facing eviction in the next few weeks if Congress doesn't pass a COVID-19 relief bill in the coming days.

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How Close Are Lawmakers To Approving More Relief For The Economy?

7:31am December 17, 2020

NPR's Rachel Martin talks with Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips and GOP Rep. Dusty Johnson, members of the bipartisan group Problem Solvers Caucus, about the latest on COVID-19 relief talks.

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Economy

As Pandemic Weighs On Economy, Fed Chair Powell Says Relief Is Needed

6:05am December 17, 2020

by Scott Horsley

The Federal Reserve says economic growth could be stronger than previously expected next year. But the central bank cautions that struggling families and businesses will need help until then.

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News Brief: Moderna Vaccine, Pandemic Economy, Google Monopoly Suit

5:50am December 17, 2020

An advisory panel will give the FDA its opinion on Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine. The Federal Reserve projects stronger economic growth next year. Plus, Google is again facing antitrust charges.

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Congressional Leaders Say They Are Nearing Agreement On Coronavirus Relief Package

3:59pm December 16, 2020

by Kelsey Snell

Bipartisan leaders near a deal on a $900 billion pandemic relief bill that includes another round of stimulus checks, help for the unemployed, money for small businesses and vaccine distribution.

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Fed Issues Economic Assessment And Forecast For 2021

3:59pm December 16, 2020

by Scott Horsley

The Federal Reserve has issued new economic forecasts, acknowledging the outlook remains uncertain. COVID-19 vaccines offer hope for a turnaround in 2021, but the next few months could be challenging.