Senate passes historic $2.2 trillion coronavirus rescue package on unanimous vote
The Senate has passed an unparalleled $2.2 trillion economic rescue package steering aid to businesses, workers and health care systems engulfed by the coronavirus pandemic. The 883-page measure is the largest economic relief bill in U.S. history.
White House, Senate reach late-night deal on massive $2T coronavirus stimulus package
The White House and Senate leaders reached a deal shortly after midnight Wednesday on a massive $2 trillion coronavirus relief package, capping off days of heated negotiations that had nearly been derailed by last-minute demands from House Democrats.
PG&E reaches bankruptcy deal with California governor
Pacific Gas & Electric and California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a deal Friday that removes one of the last hurdles for the nation’s largest utility to emerge from a bankruptcy triggered by its massive liabilities from wildfires.
President Trump signs coronavirus relief package, as Congress eyes larger economic stimulus
The Senate is turning to a House-passed coronavirus response bill, as lawmakers and the Trump administration work behind the scenes to draft a separate massive federal measure to help blunt the virus' effect on the economy.
Treasury proposes to send $500B to Americans starting in April
In a memorandum issued Wednesday, Treasury is calling for two $250 billion cash infusions to individuals: A first set of checks issued starting April 6, with a second wave in mid-May.
US-Canada border closing temporarily to nonessential travel
President Donald Trump says the U.S. and Canada have agreed to temporarily close their shared border to nonessential travel due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Biden wins 2020 Arizona Presidential Preference Election in coronavirus shadow
Many voters expressed concerns that they or their family members will be infected with the new coronavirus. At the same time, voters ranked health care as the most important issue facing the country, well above climate change, the economy, race relations, foreign policy and many other social issues.
Biden wins Washington primary, capturing 5 out of 6 states
Joe Biden has been declared the winner of last week’s Democratic presidential primary in Washington state, giving him victories in five out of six states that voted March 10.
Supreme Court postponing arguments because of coronavirus outbreak
The Supreme Court announced Monday that it is postponing arguments for late March and early April because of the coronavirus, including fights over subpoenas for President Donald Trump's financial records.
Joe Biden commits to picking a woman as running mate if he wins Democratic nomination
Former Vice President Joe Biden is committing to naming a woman as his running mate if he’s the Democratic presidential nominee.
House OKs coronavirus relief bill, after urging from Trump, in 363-40 vote
In a 363-40 vote early Saturday, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a coronavirus response package negotiated by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin.
Trump declares national emergency over coronavirus, announces public-private partnership on testing
President Donald Trump is speaking about the emergency protocols.
Justices allow 'Remain in Mexico' asylum policy to continue
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it would allow the Trump administration to continue enforcing a policy that makes asylum-seekers wait in Mexico for U.S. court hearings, despite lower court rulings that the policy probably is illegal.
Bernie Sanders says he's moving ahead with his Dem campaign
Bernie Sanders says he's moving ahead with his Democratic presidential campaign.
Yang calls for Democrats to rally around Biden
Tech entrepreneur Andrew Yang is backing Joe Biden’s presidential bid, saying it’s time for Democrats to rally around the former vice president and get ready for the general election.
Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders look to make leaps in March 10 primary as 6 states head to the polls
The two remaining Democratic candidates look to establish their lead among voters as six more states head to the polls.
Booker endorses Biden, says he'll 'restore honor' to office
Former Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey has endorsed Joe Biden. Booker announced on Twitter early Monday that Biden will “restore honor to the Oval Office and tackle our most pressing challenges.”
Kamala Harris endorses Joe Biden for president
Kamala Harris says that she "will do everything in my power to help elect him the next President of the United States."
Trump announces Rep. Mark Meadows as new White House chief of staff
U.S. Rep Mark Meadows was announced as the new White House chief of staff Friday. President Donald Trump made the announcement on Twitter.
Bloomberg to fund anti-Trump operation in 6 critical states
Mike Bloomberg is out of the Democratic presidential race, but he’s not done trying to beat President Donald Trump. The billionaire businessman is funding an anti-Trump operation in six battleground states in an effort to oust the Republican president in November.