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Donald Trump’s $US2,000 demand dismissed by Republican Mitch McConnell
US Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has all but shut the door on President Donald Trump’s push for $2,000 COVID-19 relief cheques, declaring Congress has provided enough pandemic support.
Key points:
- Republican leader says Senate would consider “smart targeted aid” if required
- President Donald Trump has lost an argument with Republicans even president-elect Joe Biden supported
- Republicans warn refusal to provide more aid could jeopardise Georgia Senate runoffs
The Republican leader made clear he is unwilling to budge, despite political pressure from Mr Trump and even some fellow Republican senators demanding action.
Mr Trump wanted a recently agreed-upon $US600 ($778) in aid increased to $US2,000 ($2,594).
The bill outlining the…
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