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Unemployment debate sparks GOP divisions

Posted on AllSides August 4th, 2020
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A looming floor fight over unemployment insurance is putting a spotlight on GOP divisions about how to replace the $600 per week federal benefit.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is set to bring the debate to a head this week, with Republican leaders saying they are eager to hold votes that will make Democrats go on the record as bipartisan talks on a broader coronavirus package remain stalled.

But the floor votes could also highlight differences among the 53 Senate Republicans, who have struggled to agree on what to...

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https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/510372-unemployment-debate-sparks-gop-divisions

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