President Trump Says Distancing Guidelines May Need To Be Extended
The White House's pandemic task force spoke Thursday following more reports about record unemployment connected with the disaster.
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Congress Passes Latest Economic Relief Package to Confront Coronavirus
It is the fourth measure approved by Congress in less than two months to combat the pandemic. This one, totaling $484 billion, will supply fresh funding to a new small business lending program.
8 In 10 Americans Support COVID-19 Shutdown, Kaiser Health Poll Finds
Only around 20% of Americans say shelter-in-place measures are "causing more harm than good," the Kaiser Family Foundation reports.
Louisiana Senator Comments On The Suggestion That States File For Bankruptcy
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., about the suggestion that states should seek bankruptcy filings in lieu of another relief package.
Coronavirus Updates: The Latest Unemployment Data In The U.S.
In the last month, the coronavirus pandemic has claimed the jobs of one in six workers in the United States. NPR economic, science and congressional correspondents discuss the latest coronavirus news.
Mitch McConnell's Calculated Decision To Become Trump's 'Enabler-in Chief,' Explained
New Yorker writer Jane Mayer says the Senate majority leader has thrown his support behind the president — despite the fact that "behind Trump's back, he says he detests him, can't stand him."
How Will Chief Justice And Supreme Court Conservative Majority Affect 2020 Election?
In Wisconsin, the conservative justices forced thousands to choose between their health and the right to vote. Is this a harbinger of things to come?
Opposition To Trump Likely To Motivate Young Voters, Poll Shows
Americans under 30, mobilized in part by strong disapproval of President Trump, are slightly more likely to vote in November when compared with polls taken in spring 2016, a new survey shows.
House To Vote On Latest Coronavirus Relief Measure
Lawmakers in the House are poised to approve nearly $500 billion in additional coronavirus-related economic aid. NPR's Noel King talks to GOP Rep. Michael McCaul about how the money will be used.
There's Disagreement Over Whether States Are Ready To Reopen
As Georgia and South Carolina move toward reopening, some public health officials say it's premature. Local elected leaders say they need help to protect their communities from the pandemic.