Senate To Vote On COVID Bill After Reading All 600 Pages Aloud

The video discusses the stalled passage of a nearly $2 trillion Senate package in Congress, highlighting the absence of a higher minimum wage and the limitations on who can receive the $1400 stimulus checks. It outlines the income thresholds for individuals and couples to receive the full amount. The video also addresses political concerns about unrelated spending in the bill, such as funding for a farm equity commission and school funding. Criticism arises from both sides, with some Republicans opposing the allocation of funds to states and cities that seem financially stable. Additionally, President Biden faces criticism from small business owners over loan application issues, despite promises of support. The video concludes with Biden's insistence on the bill's necessity.

What is the income threshold for single Americans to receive the full $1400 check under the Senate package?

• $85,000

• $80,000

• $75,000

• $70,000

Why were new restrictions added to the Senate package?

• To gain support from moderate Democrats and some Republicans

• To provide more funds for education

• To reduce the overall cost of the package

• To increase the minimum wage

What is one of the criticisms Republicans have about the Senate package?

• It does not provide enough support for small businesses

• It has unrelated spending items like farm equity funding

• It includes too much funding for COVID-19 relief

• It increases taxes on middle-class families

What issue are small business owners facing with the new loan promises?

• They are not eligible for any loans

• The application process is too complicated

• The Small Business Administration is not accepting applications from those who already received a loan

• The interest rates on new loans are too high

What is President Biden's stance on the passage of the Senate package?

• He believes it should be delayed for further review

• He insists it needs to be passed quickly

• He is indifferent to the outcome

• He wants to remove all unrelated spending items