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Many businesses cautious about restarting economy amid virus

By Michelle R. Smith, Dee-Ann Durbin, Associated Press

Trump wants the country open for business by mid-April, but some experts warn it's not as easy as flipping a switch.

WATCH: Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker gives coronavirus update

By Justin Stabley

Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker gives an update on the state’s current novel coronavirus situation as the outbreak spreads.

‘We’re ready’ to pass Senate’s economic relief bill in the House, says Pelosi

Congress is reviewing a $2 trillion economic stimulus package to support U.S. businesses and workers amid the coronavirus pandemic. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has been central to the negotiations, and she joins Judy Woodruff to discuss why she is satisfied…

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Trump urges Congress to pass pandemic economic relief package

President Trump held another news briefing on COVID-19 Wednesday evening, this time announcing his intention to sign the pandemic aid package the Senate drafted in conjunction with his administration. Yamiche Alcindor joins Judy Woodruff to discuss what Trump said about…

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WATCH: Florida governor gives coronavirus updates

By Tamara Lush, Associated Press

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis offers updates on hs state's response to the COVID-19 outbreak.

WATCH: California governor says 4 banks to waive mortgage fees

By Adam Beam, Associated Press

California Governor Gavin Newsom will give an update on the state’s current novel coronavirus situation as the outbreak spreads.

WATCH: Ohio governor gives coronavirus update

By Justin Stabley

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine will give an update on the state’s current novel coronavirus situation as the outbreak spreads.

WATCH: House minority leader holds conference on virus aid package

By Justin Stabley

House Minority Leader McCarthy will give an update on the congressional aid package as the novel coronavirus outbreak spreads.

New unemployment benefit claims rise to levels unseen in recent U.S. history

By Rebecca Santana, David A. Lieb, Associated Press

U.S. Department of Labor figures to be released Thursday are expected to shatter the old record for the greatest number of new unemployment claims filed in a single week.

Stocks jump, heading for first back-to-back gain in 6 weeks

By Stan Choe, Damian J. Troise, Associated Press

Stocks are adding to their gains Wednesday as Congress moves closer to passing a $2 trillion package to help the economy deal with damage caused by the coronavirus.