As the Congressional debate over coronavirus relief shifted its focus to aid for American states and cities, the global death toll approached 200,000
The Congressional debate over coronavirus relief shifted its focus to aid for states and cities, as one projection said lockdowns would bring about the most severe economic downturn the U.S. has seen in decades.
On Friday, lawmakers turned their attention to additional aid after President Trump signed a $484 billion coronavirus-relief package. Republicans have been skeptical about the next round of stimulus spending, which Democrats view as crucial to offset challenges faced by smaller businesses.
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