READ: White House Guidelines To States For Reopening
President Trump has released a three-phase outline for states to reopen their economies in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Lessons From Congress' Last Experience Helping Rescue An Economy In Free Fall
Congress isn't known for passing broad legislation quickly. Its response to the 2008 economic crisis has parallels with that to the coronavirus pandemic, which could mean political blowback for some.
Sen. Richard Burr's Pre-Pandemic Stock Sell-Offs Highly Unusual, Analysis Shows
The recent stock sales by the North Carolina Republican were a market-beating anomaly that didn't match his typically middling trading history, according to a new Dartmouth College analysis.
House Democrats Consider Proxy Voting During Coronavirus Pandemic
House lawmakers have been wrangling over an alternative to in-person voting during the pandemic. One House Democratic leader is says the answer is allowing some to be able to vote by proxy.
Coronavirus Updates: The Economic Toll
The coronavirus pandemic — and the resulting shutdown — have now eliminated at least 22 million American jobs. NPR correspondents relay the latest on the United States response.
Small Business Emergency Relief Program Hits $349 Billion Cap In Less Than 2 Weeks
The Paycheck Protection Program, which opened on April 3, has been plagued with delays and technical difficulties. Republicans and Democrats agree on adding more funding, but they disagree on how.
Trump Promises New Guidelines For Reopening The Country
President Trump said some states could open even before May 1. That's two weeks away. Here's what to watch related to the coronavirus.
10 Years Of Spectacular U.S. Job Growth Nearly Wiped Out In 4 Weeks
The number of people filing for unemployment climbed by another 5.2 million, as the toll of the nation's economic dive continues to mount. In the past four weeks, 22 million have filed claims.
Trump To Offer Guidelines To States About Reopening Economies
President Trump promises to release guidance Thursday for when states can reopen their economies. He's holding a conference call with state governors.
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson To Reopen State Through 'A Phased Approach'
The Republican governor says how and when he will decide to reopen the state will depend on data in the coming weeks, including an expected surge in testing.