Politics May 05 Pelosi pushes new virus package as GOP resists big spending Democrats say key to any plan to reopen the economy is robust testing for the virus. They are also expected to propose another round of direct cash aid for anxious Americans, funds for states to prevent layoffs and more money…
Nation May 04 Senate reopens despite risks as House preps more virus aid The 100 senators are convening for the first time since March, while the House is staying away due to the health risks, as the conflicted Congress reflects an uneasy nation.
Nation May 02 Back in session: Senate risks a return but House stays away “We will continue to stand together for the American people — even as we stand 6 feet apart,” McConnell said ahead of the opening.
Politics May 01 Senate to convene, but Capitol physician warns lack of quick virus testing brings risk As Congress prepares to partially return next week, the legislative branch will be a changed place, after all but shuttering for more than a month amid the virus outbreak.
Politics Apr 30 WATCH: Pelosi says $1 trillion needed to avert state, city layoffs from virus House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday up to $1 trillion is needed to shore up state and local governments for coronavirus costs, a stunning benchmark for the next aid package that's certain to run into opposition from Senate Republicans.
Politics Apr 29 McConnell now open to state aid in next virus relief bill Reversing course, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell now says he is "open" to considering additional funds for state and local governments in the next coronavirus relief bill.
Politics Apr 28 U.S. House postpones return amid virus worries Facing the stark, startling reality that Congress may not be able to fully resume for a year, House leaders are desperately reaching for new, work-from-away options.
Politics Apr 25 In Trump's shadow, Congress-at-home eyes reboot during virus Every day lawmakers shelter at home, their public role is being visibly diminished. While they are approving record sums of virus aid, they are ceding authority to oversee the effort and tackle next steps.
Politics Apr 21 WATCH: Senate approves $483 billion virus aid deal The coronavirus aid package flew through the Senate on Tuesday after Congress and the White House reached a deal to replenish a small-business payroll fund and provided new money for hospitals and testing.
Economy Apr 20 Talks drag on $450 billion virus aid for small businesses, hospitals The Trump administration and Congress are struggling to seal an agreement on more than $450 billion to help small businesses hurt by the coronavirus, but the Trump administration and key lawmakers insisted a final pact is within reach.