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March 20, 2020 6:23 AM

Trump's team, senators to negotiate $1T economic rescue deal

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell unveiled the Republican opening offer to pump $1,200 direct checks to taxpayers, $300 billion for small businesses to keep idled workers on payroll and $208 billion in loans to airlines and other industries.

by The Associated Press

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March 20, 2020 4:00 AM

Trump administration seeks $46 billion for agencies to deal with the coronavirus

The White House is asking Congress to approve billions for agencies and programs across the federal government. Here's a breakdown of what each agency would get.

by Brian Naylor

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March 20, 2020 1:45 AM

California issues 'stay at home' order as coronavirus infections rise

The directive is the widest-ranging so far of any state grappling with the growing COVID-19 epidemic. Gov. Gavin Newsom said he was confident that Californians would comply.

by Scott Neuman

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March 19, 2020 6:41 PM

President Trump cancels in-person G7 summit planned for June

Instead of convening at Camp David, the group of world leaders will meet via video teleconference.

by Bobby Allyn

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March 19, 2020 6:31 PM

Minnesota’s local officials try to balance public health and open government

Dozens of cities and counties across the state have declared emergencies to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. But some worry the measures make it easier for governments to close off access after the crisis ends.

by Brandt Williams

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March 19, 2020 4:12 PM

Here's what is in the 'families first' coronavirus aid package Trump approved

Take a look at what's included in the latest coronavirus emergency aid package that President Trump signed into law on Wednesday. It is the second such package so far.

by Barbara Sprunt

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March 19, 2020 2:39 PM

Gazelka warns against unchecked executive orders

Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka says the executive orders issued by Gov. Tim Walz in response to COVID-19 should not be unilateral and unchecked. He wants lawmakers involved.

by Tim Pugmire

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March 19, 2020 12:44 PM

Intelligence chairman raised virus alarms weeks ago, secret recording shows

Sen. Richard Burr issued a warning at a private event weeks ago to prepare for dire effects from the coronavirus, going further than his more public comments, according to a recording obtained by NPR.

by Tim Mak

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March 19, 2020 11:52 AM

Congress awaits GOP relief plan as first lawmakers test positive for coronavirus

Reps. Ben McAdams, D-Utah, and Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., have both tested positive for COVID-19, and others are in self-quarantine. At this time, neither chamber allows members to vote remotely.

by Kelsey Snell, Susan Davis and Claudia Grisales

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March 19, 2020 10:41 AM

Hawaii Rep. Gabbard suspends her presidential campaign and backs Biden

The Iraq war veteran, who has stirred controversy within her own party, failed to take off in the Democratic presidential primary.

by Sam Gringlas

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