Pelosi pushes for next coronavirus relief package as McConnell urges a "pause"
Posted on AllSides May 12th, 2020
From The Left
As the coronavirus pandemic leaves thousands of Americans dead and roils the economy, Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is urging Congress to move on the next phase of coronavirus relief legislation. In an interview with MSNBC on Monday evening, Pelosi said there is a "monumental" need for the next legislative package, with a focus on helping struggling Americans and cash-strapped states and localities.
"We have a big need. It's monumental. And therefore, it's a great opportunity to say: let's work together to get this done. There's a way to open...